Healthcare in Polk City, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.3%
3.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.9%
1.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.0%
7.4pp 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
40.8%
Arthritis
28.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.0%
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
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.5%
Mobility
16.2%
Cognitive
16.0%
Hearing
7.8%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
9.0%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.9 mi
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Regional Medical Center | 7.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Winter Haven Hospital | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Adventhealth Heart Of Florida | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Bartow Regional Medical Center | 20.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Poinciana Hospital | 21.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Polk City has an obesity rate of 39.3%, which is 3.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 18.0% of adults lack health insurance. 76.7% 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.