Healthcare in Port Gibson, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
50.0%
13.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
17.2%
6.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
22.5%
10.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.4%
1.8pp 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
39.3%
Arthritis
33.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.5%
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
18.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.2%
Loneliness
38.7%
Lack of Support
33.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.9%
Mobility
25.6%
Cognitive
19.3%
Hearing
7.4%
Vision
10.9%
Self-Care
8.5%
Independent Living
13.7%
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
5
Nearest Hospital
2.2 mi
Claiborne County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claiborne County Hospital | 2.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jefferson County Hospital | 19.0 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Madison Parish Hospital | 30.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Copiah County Medical Center | 31.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Franklin County Memorial Hospital | 34.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Port Gibson has an obesity rate of 50.0%, which is 13.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 17.2%, 6.3pp below the national average. About 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. 85.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.