Healthcare in Hempstead, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.0%
5.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.6%
2.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.1%
3.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
22.6%
12.0pp 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
34.8%
Arthritis
23.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.9%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.0%
Mobility
17.1%
Cognitive
17.6%
Hearing
6.1%
Vision
7.6%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.1 mi
Bellville Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellville Medical Center | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Grimes St Joseph Health Center | 18.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Baylor Scott & White Hospital Brenham | 21.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital | 29.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball | 29.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Hempstead has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.6%, 2.9pp below the national average. About 22.6% of adults lack health insurance. 74.6% 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 2.5 out of 5.