Healthcare in Chariton, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.4%
4.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.8%
1.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.0%
2.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
1.7pp 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
37.6%
Arthritis
31.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.0%
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
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.8%
Loneliness
32.1%
Lack of Support
24.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.8%
Mobility
17.7%
Cognitive
16.5%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
10.1%
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
1.4 mi
Lucas County Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas County Health Center | 1.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wayne County Hospital | 18.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Knoxville Hospital & Clinics | 22.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clarke County Hospital | 23.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Monroe County Hospital | 25.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Chariton has an obesity rate of 40.4%, which is 4.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.8%, 1.7pp below the national average. About 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. 78.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.