Healthcare in Kiowa, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.9%
near the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near 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
40.0%
Arthritis
31.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.4%
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
14.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
27.1%
Lack of Support
19.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.1%
Mobility
15.1%
Cognitive
13.1%
Hearing
9.3%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.4%
Independent Living
7.4%
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
5.4 mi
Kiowa District Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiowa District Hospital | 5.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital | 19.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Share Medical Center | 20.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hospital District #6 Patterson Health Center | 24.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Comanche County Hospital | 45.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Kiowa has an obesity rate of 35.9%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.