Healthcare in Brazoria, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.7%
3.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.0%
0.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.4%
2.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.4%
7.8pp 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
37.4%
Arthritis
27.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.4%
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
19.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.5%
Mobility
17.5%
Cognitive
17.6%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.5 mi
Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Sweeny Community Hospital | 12.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Matagorda Regional Medical Center | 21.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Oakbend Medical Center | 32.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital | 36.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Brazoria has an obesity rate of 39.7%, which is 3.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.0%, 0.5pp above the national average. About 18.4% of adults lack health insurance. 75.9% 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.