Healthcare in Alexandria, SD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.8%
0.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.5%
1.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.6%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
2.3pp 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
34.5%
Arthritis
26.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.4%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.1%
Mobility
13.0%
Cognitive
14.4%
Hearing
8.0%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Nearest Hospital
13.6 mi
Avera Queen Of Peace
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Queen Of Peace | 13.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera St Benedict Health Center - Cah | 20.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Freeman Medical Center - Cah | 27.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital - Cah | 37.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Douglas County Memorial Hospital-Cah | 37.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Alexandria has an obesity rate of 36.8%, which is 0.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.5%, 1.0pp below the national average. About 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. 75.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.