Healthcare in Alford, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.8%
near the national average
Depression Rate
22.1%
1.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.5%
1.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.4%
2.8pp 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
39.4%
Arthritis
30.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.2%
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
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.7%
Mobility
18.3%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
10.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
11.9 mi
Northwest Florida Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Florida Community Hospital | 11.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Jackson Hospital | 14.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Doctors Memorial Hospital | 22.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Calhoun-Liberty Hospital | 28.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Southeast Health Medical Center | 30.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Alford has an obesity rate of 35.8%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 22.1%, 1.4pp below the national average. About 13.4% of adults lack health insurance. 76.8% 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 2.0 out of 5.