Healthcare in William Paterson University of New Jersey, NJ
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
18.5%
17.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.5%
6.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
1.1%
10.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.0%
0.6pp 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
11.5%
Arthritis
2.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
0.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
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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
21.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.5%
Loneliness
51.2%
Lack of Support
29.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
21.0%
Mobility
2.0%
Cognitive
16.5%
Hearing
1.1%
Vision
2.9%
Self-Care
0.9%
Independent Living
6.4%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.1 mi
St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc | 4.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Chilton Medical Center | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Valley Hospital | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bergen New Bridge Medical Center | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Mary'S General Hospital | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
William Paterson University of New Jersey has an obesity rate of 18.5%, which is 17.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.5%, 6.0pp below the national average. About 10.0% of adults lack health insurance. 68.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.