Healthcare in Bolivar Peninsula, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.2%
near the national average
Depression Rate
23.0%
0.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.0%
5.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
1.3pp 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
44.6%
Arthritis
36.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.5%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.3%
Mobility
20.4%
Cognitive
14.2%
Hearing
10.1%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
9.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.1 mi
Bayside Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Community Hospital | 14.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | 17.4 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston | 17.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Riceland Medical Center | 22.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital | 32.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
Bolivar Peninsula has an obesity rate of 36.2%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 23.0%, 0.5pp below the national average. About 11.9% of adults lack health insurance. 79.6% 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 4.0 out of 5.