Healthcare in Chester, SD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.1%
4.0pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.3%
4.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.6%
1.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
4.8pp 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
35.9%
Arthritis
27.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
5.7%
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
12.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
25.2%
Mobility
11.0%
Cognitive
10.7%
Hearing
7.6%
Vision
3.4%
Self-Care
2.9%
Independent Living
5.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.0 mi
Avera Dells Area Hospital - Cah
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Dells Area Hospital - Cah | 10.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Madison Regional Health System | 11.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Flandreau Hospital - Cah | 19.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center | 26.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Sanford Usd Medical Center | 26.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Chester has an obesity rate of 32.1%, which is 4.0pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.3%, 4.2pp below the national average. About 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% 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 3.5 out of 5.