Healthcare in Fairfax, MO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.6%
5.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.3%
2.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.4%
1.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
1.7pp below 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
39.0%
Arthritis
32.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.6%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.3%
Loneliness
32.9%
Lack of Support
20.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.7%
Mobility
18.5%
Cognitive
18.8%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
10.5%
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
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.1 mi
Community Hospital Association
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Hospital Association | 1.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Community Medical Center, Inc | 17.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| George C Grape Community Hospital | 24.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Nemaha County Hospital | 25.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mosaic Medical Center - Maryville | 26.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Fairfax has an obesity rate of 41.6%, which is 5.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.3%, 2.8pp above the national average. About 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% 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 4.0 out of 5.