Healthcare in Okeechobee, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.0%
6.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.9%
3.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.2%
3.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.4%
8.8pp 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
40.4%
Arthritis
29.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.2%
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
19.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.0%
Mobility
19.7%
Cognitive
17.4%
Hearing
9.5%
Vision
8.1%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
11.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
17.0 mi
Hca Florida Raulerson Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Raulerson Hospital | 17.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital | 33.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital | 35.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Coral Shores Behavioral Health | 36.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Hca Florida Highlands Hospital | 37.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Okeechobee has an obesity rate of 43.0%, which is 6.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.9%, 3.6pp below the national average. About 19.4% of adults lack health insurance. 77.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.