Healthcare in La Jara, NM
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.8%
2.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.5%
3.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.8%
7.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.1%
10.5pp 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
41.5%
Arthritis
29.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.4%
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
14.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.5%
Loneliness
31.2%
Lack of Support
24.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.6%
Mobility
20.5%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
10.1%
Vision
9.6%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
9.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
1
With Emergency Services
1
Nearest Hospital
43.1 mi
Los Alamos Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Alamos Medical Center | 43.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
La Jara has an obesity rate of 38.8%, which is 2.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.5%, 3.0pp below the national average. About 21.1% of adults lack health insurance. 72.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.