Healthcare in Meriden, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.8%
0.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.9%
2.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.0%
4.4pp above 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
38.6%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.6%
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
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.9%
Loneliness
35.6%
Lack of Support
27.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.5%
Mobility
13.7%
Cognitive
14.7%
Hearing
6.2%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
8.4%
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
1.0 mi
Midstate Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midstate Medical Center | 1.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Middlesex Hospital | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Connecticut Valley Hosp | 7.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Albert J Solnit Children'S Center - South Campus | 7.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Saint Mary'S Hospital | 11.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Meriden has an obesity rate of 36.8%, which is 0.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.9%, 2.6pp below the national average. About 15.0% of adults lack health insurance. 78.8% 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.