Healthcare in Gettysburg, SD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.5%
1.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.4%
4.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.7%
0.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
3.3pp 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
37.5%
Arthritis
31.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.4%
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
13.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.5%
Mobility
14.7%
Cognitive
12.2%
Hearing
10.3%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.7 mi
Avera Missouri River Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Missouri River Health Center | 10.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mobridge Regional Hospital - Cah | 30.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Bowdle Hospital - Cah | 33.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera St Mary'S Hospital | 37.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Faulkton Area Medical Center | 39.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Gettysburg has an obesity rate of 34.5%, which is 1.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.4%, 4.1pp below the national average. About 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% 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 3.0 out of 5.