Healthcare in Appleton, MN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.6%
3.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.6%
1.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.0%
2.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.6%
1.0pp 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
37.8%
Arthritis
29.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.0%
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
15.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.6%
Loneliness
31.0%
Lack of Support
21.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.9%
Mobility
17.3%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
10.4%
Vision
6.0%
Self-Care
4.7%
Independent Living
9.8%
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
3.4 mi
Appleton Area Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Area Health | 3.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Madison Hospital | 15.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Johnson Memorial Hospital | 18.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ortonville Area Health Services | 20.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Chippewa County Hospital | 20.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Appleton has an obesity rate of 39.6%, which is 3.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.6%, 1.1pp above the national average. About 9.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.