Healthcare in Viking, MN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.4%
3.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.9%
2.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.0%
1.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
3.2pp 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
33.7%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.4%
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
16.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.9%
Loneliness
30.6%
Lack of Support
21.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.0%
Mobility
12.5%
Cognitive
14.3%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
4.0%
Self-Care
3.3%
Independent Living
7.8%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
11.7 mi
Sanford Thief River Falls Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Thief River Falls Medical Center | 11.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sanford Behavioral Health Center | 11.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| North Valley Health Center | 15.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riverview Hospital | 33.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Altru Hospital | 41.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Viking has an obesity rate of 39.4%, which is 3.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.9%, 2.4pp above the national average. About 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. 73.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.