Healthcare in Salem, MO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.3%
4.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.0%
2.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.8%
2.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.5%
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
39.5%
Arthritis
34.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
25.6%
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
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.0%
Loneliness
30.5%
Lack of Support
19.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.9%
Mobility
21.7%
Cognitive
21.1%
Hearing
11.2%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
12.7%
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
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.4 mi
Salem Memorial District Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Memorial District Hospital | 3.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Phelps County Regional Medical Center | 22.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Texas County Memorial Hospital | 32.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| General Leonard Wood Ach (Ft Leonard Wood) | 33.9 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | ✓ |
| Washington County Memorial Hospital | 38.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Salem has an obesity rate of 40.3%, which is 4.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.0%, 2.5pp above the national average. About 10.5% of adults lack health insurance. 78.8% 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 2.7 out of 5.