Healthcare in Galveston, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.4%
near the national average
Depression Rate
21.9%
1.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.1%
3.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.5%
6.9pp 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
37.7%
Arthritis
26.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.5%
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
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.1%
Mobility
17.2%
Cognitive
15.7%
Hearing
7.6%
Vision
7.0%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
9.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.3 mi
University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston | 14.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | 14.5 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake | 26.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital | 26.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital | 27.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
Galveston has an obesity rate of 36.4%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 21.9%, 1.6pp below the national average. About 17.5% of adults lack health insurance. 75.7% 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 3.7 out of 5.