Healthcare in Eglin AFB, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
27.0%
9.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.4%
2.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
3.2%
8.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.2%
3.6pp 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
17.7%
Arthritis
8.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
2.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.1%
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
21.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
23.5%
Mobility
4.0%
Cognitive
16.2%
Hearing
2.5%
Vision
3.0%
Self-Care
1.5%
Independent Living
6.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
96Th Medical Group (Eglin Afb)
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96Th Medical Group (Eglin Afb) | 3.3 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital | 6.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast | 13.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| North Okaloosa Medical Center | 22.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Eglin AFB has an obesity rate of 27.0%, which is 9.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.4%, 2.1pp below the national average. About 14.2% of adults lack health insurance. 65.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.5 out of 5.