Healthcare in Palatka, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.6%
1.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.1%
4.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.2%
8.3pp 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
39.6%
Arthritis
33.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
29.4%
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
21.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.7%
Mobility
25.3%
Cognitive
21.0%
Hearing
9.5%
Vision
11.9%
Self-Care
8.8%
Independent Living
15.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.0 mi
Hca Florida Putnam Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Putnam Hospital | 4.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Adventhealth Palm Coast Parkway | 27.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Florida Hospital Flagler | 29.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Ascension St Vincent'S Clay County | 32.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Orange Park Hospital | 36.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Palatka has an obesity rate of 37.6%, which is 1.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.1%, 4.4pp below the national average. About 19.4% of adults lack health insurance. 79.6% 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 2.5 out of 5.