Healthcare in Polkville, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.5%
7.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.9%
0.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.5%
5.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
2.2pp 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
44.5%
Arthritis
36.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.6%
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
18.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.9%
Loneliness
34.3%
Lack of Support
25.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
44.8%
Mobility
24.1%
Cognitive
20.6%
Hearing
12.1%
Vision
8.4%
Self-Care
6.8%
Independent Living
12.9%
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
1.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.4 mi
Ochsner Scott Regional
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Scott Regional | 8.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Crossgates River Oaks Hospital | 11.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Simpson General Hospital Cah | 18.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| S E Lackey Memorial Hospital | 19.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Magee General Hospital | 20.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Polkville has an obesity rate of 43.5%, which is 7.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.9%, 0.6pp below the national average. About 12.8% of adults lack health insurance. 80.3% 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 1.5 out of 5.