Healthcare in Bryson City, NC
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
26.7%
3.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.3%
2.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
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
40.6%
Arthritis
33.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.7%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.7%
Loneliness
32.6%
Lack of Support
21.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.2%
Mobility
19.3%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
10.4%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
10.7%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.6 mi
Dlp Swain County Hospital Llc
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dlp Swain County Hospital Llc | 5.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Harris Regional Hospital | 14.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Angel Medical Center | 17.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Leconte Medical Center | 24.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Bryson City has an obesity rate of 38.8%, which is 2.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.7%, 3.2pp above the national average. About 11.0% of adults lack health insurance. 81.2% 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 3.0 out of 5.