Healthcare in West Haven, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.7%
near the national average
Depression Rate
20.8%
2.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.2%
0.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
37.3%
Arthritis
24.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.4%
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
17.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.8%
Loneliness
36.6%
Lack of Support
28.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.4%
Mobility
12.7%
Cognitive
14.4%
Hearing
5.7%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.1%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
West Haven Va Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Haven Va Medical Center | In city | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Griffin Hospital | 7.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Bridgeport Hospital | 11.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System | 11.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Vincent'S Medical Center | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
West Haven has an obesity rate of 35.7%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 20.8%, 2.7pp below the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.