Healthcare in Canton, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.6%
0.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.1%
2.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.3%
6.7pp 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
36.3%
Arthritis
24.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.7%
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
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.1%
Loneliness
39.0%
Lack of Support
24.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.0%
Mobility
13.3%
Cognitive
15.4%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
5.5%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
8.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.5 mi
Northside Hospital Cherokee
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Hospital Cherokee | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc | 15.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
| Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center | 18.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center | 21.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center | 22.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Canton has an obesity rate of 35.6%, which is 0.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.1%, 2.4pp below the national average. About 17.3% of adults lack health insurance. 75.4% 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 3.2 out of 5.