Healthcare in Melcher-Dallas, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.5%
5.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
4.2pp 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
36.3%
Arthritis
29.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.5%
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
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
30.6%
Lack of Support
22.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.2%
Mobility
14.4%
Cognitive
13.6%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.7%
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
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.7 mi
Knoxville Hospital & Clinics
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville Hospital & Clinics | 8.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lucas County Health Center | 13.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Pella Regional Health Center | 22.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Monroe County Hospital | 26.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clarke County Hospital | 30.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Melcher-Dallas has an obesity rate of 41.5%, which is 5.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 6.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 4.0 out of 5.