Healthcare in Fairfield University, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
13.3%
22.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.3%
2.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
0.7%
11.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.2%
4.4pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Source: CDC PLACESAge-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
12.6%
Arthritis
2.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
0.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
4.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Source: CDC PLACESPrevention & Screening
Source: CDC PLACESGreen bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Source: CDC PLACESFrequent Mental Distress
22.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.3%
Loneliness
46.4%
Lack of Support
23.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
16.1%
Mobility
1.3%
Cognitive
14.6%
Hearing
1.3%
Vision
1.9%
Self-Care
0.6%
Independent Living
5.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.5 mi
St Vincent'S Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent'S Medical Center | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bridgeport Hospital | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System | 5.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Silver Hill Hospital Inc | 12.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Griffin Hospital | 14.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Fairfield University has an obesity rate of 13.3%, which is 22.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.3%, 2.8pp above the national average. About 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. 68.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.