Healthcare in Richton, 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
19.3%
4.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.4%
4.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
near 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
42.6%
Arthritis
33.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.7%
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
16.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.3%
Loneliness
35.4%
Lack of Support
28.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.8%
Mobility
20.6%
Cognitive
17.3%
Hearing
10.0%
Vision
7.0%
Self-Care
5.3%
Independent Living
10.6%
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
Avg CMS Rating
1.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.1 mi
Perry County General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry County General Hospital | 5.1 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Forrest General Hospital | 20.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Greene County Hospital | 22.6 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| South Central Reg Med Ctr | 26.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Merit Health Wesley | 28.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Richton has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.3%, 4.2pp below the national average. About 11.0% of adults lack health insurance. 82.8% 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 1.7 out of 5.