Healthcare in Lancaster, KS
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
21.5%
2.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
2.4pp 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
37.7%
Arthritis
29.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.5%
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
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.5%
Loneliness
31.3%
Lack of Support
21.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.7%
Mobility
14.8%
Cognitive
15.3%
Hearing
7.8%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.1%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.8 mi
Amberwell Atchison Association
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amberwell Atchison Association | 8.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| F W Huston Medical Center | 17.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Holton Community Hospital | 22.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hiawatha Community Hospital | 24.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Saint John Hospital | 26.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Lancaster has an obesity rate of 38.2%, which is 2.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.5%, 2.0pp below the national average. About 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. 75.4% 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 3.0 out of 5.