Healthcare in DeFuniak Springs, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.5%
2.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.6%
3.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.1%
3.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.7%
5.1pp 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
39.9%
Arthritis
30.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.3%
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
19.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.3%
Mobility
19.0%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
7.2%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.5 mi
North Walton Doctors Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Walton Doctors Hospital | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| North Okaloosa Medical Center | 21.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital | 24.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Doctors Memorial Hospital | 25.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast | 26.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
DeFuniak Springs has an obesity rate of 33.5%, which is 2.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.6%, 3.9pp below the national average. About 15.7% 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 3.7 out of 5.