Healthcare in Palmer, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.8%
near the national average
Depression Rate
21.3%
2.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.0%
1.6pp 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
38.8%
Arthritis
30.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.1%
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
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.3%
Loneliness
29.6%
Lack of Support
20.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.1%
Mobility
15.5%
Cognitive
14.7%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.7%
Independent Living
8.2%
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
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.6 mi
Washington County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County Hospital | 14.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clay County Medical Center | 21.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Hanover Hospital | 22.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cloud County Health Center | 27.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Republic County Hospital | 29.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Palmer has an obesity rate of 35.8%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 21.3%, 2.2pp below the national average. About 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. 77.6% 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 4.0 out of 5.