Healthcare in Alexander, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.1%
3.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.4%
2.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.4%
0.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
1.4pp below 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
33.5%
Arthritis
23.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.9%
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
17.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.4%
Loneliness
33.7%
Lack of Support
25.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.4%
Mobility
12.2%
Cognitive
15.2%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
4.7%
Self-Care
3.7%
Independent Living
7.8%
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
5
Nearest Hospital
7.8 mi
Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond | 7.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Franklin General Hospital | 13.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | 14.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hansen Family Hospital | 23.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hancock County Health System | 27.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Alexander has an obesity rate of 39.1%, which is 3.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.4%, 2.1pp below the national average. About 9.2% of adults lack health insurance. 74.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.