Healthcare in Clarion, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.8%
3.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.4%
4.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.4%
0.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
near 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
36.8%
Arthritis
28.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.9%
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
15.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.4%
Loneliness
31.2%
Lack of Support
23.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.1%
Mobility
14.4%
Cognitive
13.7%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
5.0%
Self-Care
3.8%
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
0.9 mi
Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | 0.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond | 9.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Van Diest Medical Center | 19.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Humboldt County Memorial Hospital | 25.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Franklin General Hospital | 25.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Clarion has an obesity rate of 39.8%, which is 3.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.4%, 4.1pp below the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 78.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.