Healthcare in Norton, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.3%
6.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.0%
1.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.3%
1.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
1.2pp 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
39.0%
Arthritis
31.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.5%
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
17.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.0%
Loneliness
30.7%
Lack of Support
21.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.4%
Mobility
17.5%
Cognitive
16.0%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
5.5%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
9.4%
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
4
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
Norton County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton County Hospital | 3.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Phillips County Hospital | 29.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Graham County Hospital | 32.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Harlan County Health System | 36.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Tri Valley Health System | 38.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Norton has an obesity rate of 42.3%, which is 6.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.0%, 1.5pp below the national average. About 9.4% of adults lack health insurance. 77.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.