Healthcare in Paxton, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.6%
4.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.6%
2.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.7%
3.1pp 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
41.8%
Arthritis
32.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.3%
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
18.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.4%
Mobility
18.8%
Cognitive
17.0%
Hearing
9.6%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
10.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
16.6 mi
North Okaloosa Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Okaloosa Medical Center | 16.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Andalusia Health | 20.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Mizell Memorial Hospital | 21.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| North Walton Doctors Hospital | 24.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wiregrass Medical Center | 25.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Paxton has an obesity rate of 31.6%, which is 4.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 13.7% of adults lack health insurance. 76.5% 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 2.0 out of 5.