Healthcare in Big Spring, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.0%
3.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.9%
3.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
28.9%
18.3pp 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
35.9%
Arthritis
22.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.4%
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
18.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.9%
Mobility
17.1%
Cognitive
18.2%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
5.3%
Independent Living
9.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.6 mi
Big Spring State Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Spring State Hospital | 2.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Scenic Mountain Medical Center | 2.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Martin County Hospital District | 23.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mitchell County Hospital District | 32.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Midland Memorial Hospital | 38.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Big Spring has an obesity rate of 40.0%, which is 3.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 28.9% of adults lack health insurance. 71.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 1.0 out of 5.