Healthcare in Jefferson, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.0%
1.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.9%
1.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
3.6pp 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
38.0%
Arthritis
32.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.8%
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
15.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
31.5%
Lack of Support
22.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.6%
Mobility
15.9%
Cognitive
13.6%
Hearing
9.5%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
8.3%
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
In city
Greene County Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greene County Medical Center | In city | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Dallas County Hospital | 18.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Guthrie County Hospital | 24.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Stewart Memorial Community Hospital | 25.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Anthony Regional Hospital & Nursing Home | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Jefferson has an obesity rate of 35.0%, which is 1.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. 79.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.