Healthcare in New Castle, DE
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.2%
2.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.2%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
3.0pp 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
40.0%
Arthritis
28.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.8%
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
21.0%
Loneliness
31.5%
Lack of Support
22.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.8%
Mobility
13.8%
Cognitive
12.4%
Hearing
6.0%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.3%
Independent Living
7.2%
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
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.6 mi
Delaware Psychiatric Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware Psychiatric Center | 2.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Meadowwood Behavioral Health System | 2.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Francis Hospital | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Wilmington Va Medical Center | 5.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Rockford Center | 7.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | ✓ |
New Castle has an obesity rate of 33.2%, which is 2.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. 80.5% 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 3.5 out of 5.