Healthcare in East Columbia, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.4%
1.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.7%
2.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.8%
4.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
2.3pp 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
43.7%
Arthritis
33.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.6%
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
15.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.0%
Mobility
19.0%
Cognitive
13.6%
Hearing
10.6%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.0 mi
Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport | 10.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Sweeny Community Hospital | 10.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Matagorda Regional Medical Center | 23.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Oakbend Medical Center | 24.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital | 29.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
East Columbia has an obesity rate of 37.4%, which is 1.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.7%, 2.8pp below the national average. About 12.9% of adults lack health insurance. 80.9% 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.