Healthcare in Alexandria, NE
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.8%
3.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.6%
4.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.0%
0.9pp below 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
33.0%
Arthritis
25.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.1%
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
15.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.6%
Loneliness
30.9%
Lack of Support
20.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.9%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
13.3%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
4.7%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.8%
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
10.8 mi
Jefferson Community Health & Life
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Community Health & Life | 10.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Thayer County Health Services | 11.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Fillmore County Hospital | 20.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Friend Community Healthcare System | 27.1 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Republic County Hospital | 31.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Alexandria has an obesity rate of 39.8%, which is 3.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.6%, 4.9pp below the national average. About 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. 74.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.