Healthcare in Rowan, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.2%
2.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.1%
4.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.5%
0.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
2.8pp 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
38.7%
Arthritis
30.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.9%
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
14.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.1%
Loneliness
30.7%
Lack of Support
22.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.2%
Mobility
14.6%
Cognitive
13.0%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.5%
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
8.0 mi
Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond | 8.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | 10.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Franklin General Hospital | 16.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hansen Family Hospital | 21.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Van Diest Medical Center | 23.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Rowan has an obesity rate of 38.2%, which is 2.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.1%, 4.4pp below the national average. About 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.