Healthcare in Benson, MN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.4%
2.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.6%
2.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.6%
1.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.5%
2.1pp 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
29.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.8%
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
15.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.6%
Loneliness
30.1%
Lack of Support
19.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.6%
Mobility
17.4%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
10.6%
Vision
5.9%
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
1.6 mi
Centracare - Benson
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centracare - Benson | 1.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Appleton Area Health | 20.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Glacial Ridge Hospital | 22.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Chippewa County Hospital | 22.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Stevens Community Medical Center | 24.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Benson has an obesity rate of 38.4%, which is 2.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.6%, 2.1pp above the national average. About 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. 77.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.