Healthcare in Salem, NJ
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.0%
6.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.4%
5.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.7%
4.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
16.5%
5.9pp 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
37.7%
Arthritis
27.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.6%
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
21.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.4%
Loneliness
39.9%
Lack of Support
31.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.0%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
19.4%
Hearing
6.3%
Vision
9.9%
Self-Care
7.4%
Independent Living
13.5%
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
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.8 mi
Delaware Psychiatric Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware Psychiatric Center | 8.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Meadowwood Behavioral Health System | 8.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Francis Hospital | 13.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Wilmington Va Medical Center | 13.8 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Rockford Center | 14.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | ✓ |
Salem has an obesity rate of 43.0%, which is 6.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.4%, 5.1pp below the national average. About 16.5% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.5 out of 5.