Healthcare in Kokomo, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.0%
5.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.4%
2.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.0%
3.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.7%
3.1pp 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
38.2%
Arthritis
29.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
25.0%
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
19.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.4%
Loneliness
38.6%
Lack of Support
30.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.7%
Mobility
19.4%
Cognitive
21.0%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
11.7%
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
Nearest Hospital
9.4 mi
Walthall County General Hospital Cah
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walthall County General Hospital Cah | 9.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Marion General Hospital | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lawrence County Hospital Cah | 25.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riverside Medical Center | 25.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Beacham Memorial Hospital | 28.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
Kokomo has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.4%, 2.1pp below the national average. About 13.7% of adults lack health insurance. 78.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.