Healthcare in Blum, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.0%
1.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.7%
2.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.3%
0.6pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.7%
2.1pp 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
35.6%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.9%
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
19.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.4%
Mobility
13.9%
Cognitive
16.2%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
4.9%
Self-Care
3.7%
Independent Living
8.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.7 mi
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne | 14.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Hill Regional Hospital | 18.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Glen Rose Medical Center | 21.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Goodall Witcher Hospital | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Baylor Scott And White Emergency Hospital | 27.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Blum has an obesity rate of 35.0%, which is 1.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.7%, 2.2pp above the national average. About 12.7% of adults lack health insurance. 73.0% 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.