Healthcare in Leon, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.9%
4.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.5%
2.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.0%
1.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
2.3pp 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
31.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.0%
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
17.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.5%
Loneliness
33.6%
Lack of Support
23.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.6%
Mobility
16.6%
Cognitive
15.6%
Hearing
9.6%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
9.5%
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
1.1 mi
Decatur County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur County Hospital | 1.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clarke County Hospital | 20.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wayne County Hospital | 22.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ringgold County Hospital | 24.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lucas County Health Center | 31.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Leon has an obesity rate of 40.9%, which is 4.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.5%, 2.0pp below the national average. About 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. 77.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.