Healthcare in Boyden, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.5%
0.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.7%
2.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.0%
1.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
2.9pp 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
35.4%
Arthritis
23.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.0%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.7%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
24.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
25.8%
Mobility
11.3%
Cognitive
13.4%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
3.8%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.8%
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
6.9 mi
Sanford Sheldon Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Sheldon Medical Center | 6.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Orange City Area Health System | 12.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sioux Center Health | 12.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hegg Memorial Health Center | 16.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Merrill Pioneer Hospital | 18.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Boyden has an obesity rate of 35.5%, which is 0.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.7%, 2.8pp below the national average. About 7.7% of adults lack health insurance. 76.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.