Healthcare in Marks, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
50.8%
14.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.5%
5.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
23.5%
11.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.3%
3.7pp 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
41.5%
Arthritis
36.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.6%
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
19.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.5%
Loneliness
37.8%
Lack of Support
32.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
47.5%
Mobility
28.7%
Cognitive
21.5%
Hearing
9.4%
Vision
12.2%
Self-Care
9.5%
Independent Living
15.6%
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
2.8 mi
Quitman Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quitman Community Hospital | 2.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Panola Medical Center | 18.6 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Tallahatchie General Hospital-Cah | 20.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Northwest Missississippi Regional Medical Center | 20.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Highland Hills Medical Center | 30.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Marks has an obesity rate of 50.8%, which is 14.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.5%, 5.0pp below the national average. About 14.3% of adults lack health insurance. 84.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.