Healthcare in Clarkston, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.2%
1.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.5%
5.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.2%
2.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.7%
8.1pp 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
31.6%
Arthritis
17.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
3.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
28.1%
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
21.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.5%
Loneliness
45.0%
Lack of Support
32.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.5%
Mobility
14.7%
Cognitive
19.8%
Hearing
4.4%
Vision
9.1%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
13.0%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Emory Decatur Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory Decatur Hospital | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Decatur (Atlanta) Va Medical Center | 2.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Athur M Blank Hospital | 4.7 mi | Childrens | — | ✓ |
| Emory University Hospital | 5.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown | 8.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Clarkston has an obesity rate of 37.2%, which is 1.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.5%, 5.0pp below the national average. About 18.7% of adults lack health insurance. 76.0% 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.