Healthcare in North Merritt Island, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.4%
4.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.3%
5.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
2.2pp below 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
42.3%
Arthritis
31.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.8%
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
14.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.0%
Mobility
13.8%
Cognitive
11.3%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
6.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
11.1 mi
Cape Canaveral Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Canaveral Hospital | 11.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital | 12.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Parrish Medical Center | 13.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Palm Point Behavioral Health | 13.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Viera Hospital | 17.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
North Merritt Island has an obesity rate of 31.4%, which is 4.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.3%, 5.2pp below the national average. About 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. 80.9% 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 3.8 out of 5.