Healthcare in Franklin, NC
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.8%
near the national average
Depression Rate
26.7%
3.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.0%
1.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.6%
3.0pp 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
38.7%
Arthritis
31.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.4%
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
17.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.7%
Loneliness
31.7%
Lack of Support
21.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.2%
Mobility
17.8%
Cognitive
17.3%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
10.1%
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
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.2 mi
Angel Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Medical Center | 3.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Highlands Cashiers Hospital | 12.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Dlp Swain County Hospital Llc | 14.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Harris Regional Hospital | 15.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Mountain Lakes Medical Center | 18.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Franklin has an obesity rate of 35.8%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 26.7%, 3.2pp above the national average. About 13.6% of adults lack health insurance. 79.5% 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 2.5 out of 5.