Healthcare in Carthage, SD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.9%
near the national average
Depression Rate
19.9%
3.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.5%
2.1pp 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
40.0%
Arthritis
33.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.8%
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
14.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.5%
Mobility
16.5%
Cognitive
13.0%
Hearing
10.6%
Vision
5.0%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
8.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
16.1 mi
Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital - Cah
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera De Smet Memorial Hospital - Cah | 16.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Huron Regional Medical Center | 28.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Madison Regional Health System | 31.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Queen Of Peace | 35.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Brookings Health System | 47.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Carthage has an obesity rate of 35.9%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 19.9%, 3.6pp below the national average. About 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. 79.9% 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 4.0 out of 5.