Healthcare in Salem, OR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.4%
5.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.7%
4.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
1.0pp 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
33.3%
Arthritis
26.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.9%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.8%
Mobility
13.6%
Cognitive
16.6%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
8.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
Salem Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Hospital | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Oregon State Hospital Distinct Part | 4.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Legacy Silverton Medical Center | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Salem Health West Valley Hospital | 15.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Santiam Hospital & Clinics | 17.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Salem has an obesity rate of 41.4%, which is 5.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.7%, 4.2pp above the national average. About 11.6% of adults lack health insurance. 71.8% 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 2.5 out of 5.