Healthcare in Carter, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.9%
1.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.1%
1.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.4%
0.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.9%
4.3pp 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
35.8%
Arthritis
25.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.2%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.6%
Mobility
14.2%
Cognitive
16.1%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
8.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.4 mi
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle | 10.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Medical City Weatherford | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Palo Pinto General Hospital | 24.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F | 25.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Medical City Mental Health And Wellness Center | 25.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Carter has an obesity rate of 37.9%, which is 1.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.1%, 1.6pp above the national average. About 14.9% of adults lack health insurance. 73.2% 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 3.0 out of 5.