Healthcare in Ames, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
47.9%
11.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.1%
4.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
23.6%
11.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.0%
9.4pp 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
39.3%
Arthritis
31.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
29.2%
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
19.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.8%
Mobility
26.6%
Cognitive
19.8%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
11.1%
Self-Care
8.9%
Independent Living
14.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.6 mi
Liberty Dayton Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Dayton Regional Medical Center | 2.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital | 21.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Altus Baytown Hospital | 21.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Bayside Community Hospital | 25.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riceland Medical Center | 26.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Ames has an obesity rate of 47.9%, which is 11.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.1%, 4.4pp below the national average. About 20.0% of adults lack health insurance. 79.3% 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 5.0 out of 5.