Healthcare in Watertown, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
27.2%
8.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.8%
1.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.8%
3.1pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
4.5pp 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
38.5%
Arthritis
27.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.6%
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
15.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.8%
Loneliness
29.6%
Lack of Support
22.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
23.7%
Mobility
10.7%
Cognitive
10.8%
Hearing
6.4%
Vision
3.6%
Self-Care
2.9%
Independent Living
6.3%
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
6.9 mi
Saint Mary'S Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary'S Hospital | 6.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bristol Hospital | 10.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Charlotte Hungerford Hospital | 16.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Midstate Medical Center | 18.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Griffin Hospital | 19.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Watertown has an obesity rate of 27.2%, which is 8.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.8%, 1.7pp below the national average. About 6.1% of adults lack health insurance. 81.0% 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.