Healthcare in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.9%
4.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.0%
6.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.6%
2.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
27.2%
16.6pp 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
34.8%
Arthritis
24.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.8%
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
18.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
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Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.7%
Mobility
17.2%
Cognitive
18.8%
Hearing
7.4%
Vision
9.1%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
11.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
1.4 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.1 mi
Hca Florida Jfk Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Jfk Hospital | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Bethesda Hospital East | 6.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Good Samaritan Medical Center | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| St Mary'S Medical Center | 9.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Wellington Regional Medical Center | 12.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Lake Worth Beach has an obesity rate of 31.9%, which is 4.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.0%, 6.5pp below the national average. About 27.2% of adults lack health insurance. 74.5% 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 1.4 out of 5.