Healthcare in Alton, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
45.8%
9.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.1%
5.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
41.5%
30.9pp 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
33.9%
Arthritis
18.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
3.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.5%
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
19.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.1%
Mobility
19.5%
Cognitive
21.9%
Hearing
7.3%
Vision
12.5%
Self-Care
7.0%
Independent Living
12.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.7 mi
Mission Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Regional Medical Center | 6.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| South Texas Health System | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cornerstone Regional Hospital | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Driscoll Children'S Hospital Rio Grande Valley | 7.8 mi | Childrens | — | ✓ |
Alton has an obesity rate of 45.8%, which is 9.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 41.5% of adults lack health insurance. 69.8% 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 3.3 out of 5.