Healthcare in Brownsville, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.7%
1.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
15.0%
8.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.8%
8.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
30.6%
20.0pp 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
35.8%
Arthritis
24.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
30.1%
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
15.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.5%
Mobility
23.2%
Cognitive
20.3%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
13.4%
Self-Care
8.8%
Independent Living
13.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.6 mi
Miami Va Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Va Medical Center | 2.6 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | ✓ |
| North Shore Medical Center | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Jackson Health System | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Hialeah Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Douglas Gardens Hospital | 4.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
Brownsville has an obesity rate of 37.7%, which is 1.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 15.0%, 8.5pp below the national average. About 30.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.9% 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 2.3 out of 5.