Healthcare in Highlands, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.8%
1.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.6%
0.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.5%
1.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.0%
10.4pp 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
38.1%
Arthritis
23.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.1%
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
22.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.4%
Mobility
15.9%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
6.8%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.6 mi
East Houston Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Houston Medical Center | 5.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Altus Baytown Hospital | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ad Hospital East, Llc | 7.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Pasadena | 12.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Highlands has an obesity rate of 37.8%, which is 1.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.6%, 0.9pp below the national average. About 21.0% of adults lack health insurance. 72.8% 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 5.0 out of 5.