Healthcare in Chico, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.7%
1.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.1%
1.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.6%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.8%
5.2pp 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
35.3%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.6%
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
19.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.6%
Mobility
15.3%
Cognitive
17.4%
Hearing
7.3%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
9.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Nearest Hospital
16.5 mi
Medical City Decatur
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical City Decatur | 16.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Faith Community Hospital | 23.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle | 30.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Muenster Memorial Hospital | 35.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Nocona General Hospital | 35.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Chico has an obesity rate of 34.7%, which is 1.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.1%, 1.6pp above the national average. About 15.8% of adults lack health insurance. 72.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.