Healthcare in Waterbury, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.5%
4.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.1%
2.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.1%
2.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.5%
7.9pp 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
38.3%
Arthritis
25.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.1%
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
19.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.1%
Loneliness
37.8%
Lack of Support
30.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.2%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
17.5%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
6.1%
Independent Living
10.7%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
Saint Mary'S Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary'S Hospital | 1.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bristol Hospital | 9.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Midstate Medical Center | 13.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Griffin Hospital | 16.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Middlesex Hospital | 19.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Waterbury has an obesity rate of 40.5%, which is 4.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.1%, 2.4pp below the national average. About 18.5% of adults lack health insurance. 78.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.2 out of 5.