Healthcare in Lakeland, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.9%
2.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.9%
3.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.3%
1.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
16.4%
5.8pp 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
39.9%
Arthritis
28.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.1%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.6%
Mobility
17.1%
Cognitive
16.0%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
6.8%
Self-Care
4.7%
Independent Living
9.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.6 mi
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Regional Medical Center | 3.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| South Florida Baptist Hospital | 10.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Bartow Regional Medical Center | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Winter Haven Hospital | 15.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Florida Hospital Zephyrhills | 20.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
Lakeland has an obesity rate of 38.9%, which is 2.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.9%, 3.6pp below the national average. About 16.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.1% 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 2.8 out of 5.