Healthcare in Ulysses, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.3%
near the national average
Depression Rate
17.7%
5.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.7%
8.1pp above 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
34.1%
Arthritis
22.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.4%
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
15.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.7%
Loneliness
32.4%
Lack of Support
24.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.3%
Mobility
13.7%
Cognitive
15.1%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.5%
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
2.3 mi
Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital | 2.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Satanta District Hospital, Clinics, & Ltcu | 18.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Stevens County Hospital | 28.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Kearny County Hospital | 30.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hamilton County Hospital | 38.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Ulysses has an obesity rate of 36.3%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 17.7%, 5.8pp below the national average. About 18.7% of adults lack health insurance. 73.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.