Healthcare in Golden, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.0%
1.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.4%
4.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
45.8%
Arthritis
41.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
14.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.6%
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
14.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
32.8%
Lack of Support
24.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
46.1%
Mobility
25.9%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
14.9%
Vision
7.9%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
12.2%
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
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.2 mi
Red Bay Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bay Hospital | 5.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Russellville Hospital | 18.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville | 23.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Tishomingo Health Services Inc | 24.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Marion Regional Medical Center | 24.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Golden has an obesity rate of 35.0%, which is 1.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 84.0% 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 3.7 out of 5.