Healthcare in Alton, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.5%
3.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.1%
1.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
3.2pp 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
39.1%
Arthritis
31.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.0%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
28.2%
Lack of Support
20.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.4%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
5.0%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
8.8%
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
12.7 mi
Osborne County Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne County Memorial Hospital | 12.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Smith County Memorial Hospital | 25.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Rooks County Health Center | 27.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Phillips County Hospital | 32.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Russell Regional Hospital | 42.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Alton has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.