Healthcare in Freeport, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.6%
6.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.9%
2.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.0%
4.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
29.5%
18.9pp 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
35.4%
Arthritis
22.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.2%
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
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.6%
Mobility
17.5%
Cognitive
18.7%
Hearing
7.0%
Vision
8.7%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.4 mi
Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport | 10.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Sweeny Community Hospital | 27.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Matagorda Regional Medical Center | 32.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Houston Healthcare Pearland | 41.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Oakbend Medical Center | 43.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Freeport has an obesity rate of 42.6%, which is 6.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.9%, 2.6pp below the national average. About 29.5% of adults lack health insurance. 73.7% 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 3.3 out of 5.