Healthcare in Portland, OR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
28.5%
7.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
30.5%
7.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.9%
3.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.1%
3.5pp 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
31.7%
Arthritis
21.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.3%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.2%
Mobility
9.9%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
5.4%
Vision
4.0%
Self-Care
2.9%
Independent Living
7.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.4 mi
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Emanuel Medical Center | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Ohsu Hospital And Clinics | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Portland Va Medical Center | 2.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Shriners Hospital For Children - Portland | 2.4 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Portland has an obesity rate of 28.5%, which is 7.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 30.5%, 7.0pp above the national average. About 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. 70.1% 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 3.8 out of 5.