Healthcare in Fronton, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
44.4%
8.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.3%
3.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.7%
8.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
40.5%
29.9pp 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
38.5%
Arthritis
24.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.5%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.8%
Mobility
24.0%
Cognitive
20.3%
Hearing
9.7%
Vision
13.6%
Self-Care
7.7%
Independent Living
12.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
22.0 mi
Starr County Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starr County Memorial Hospital | 22.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mission Regional Medical Center | 47.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Fronton has an obesity rate of 44.4%, which is 8.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.3%, 3.2pp below the national average. About 40.5% of adults lack health insurance. 73.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.