Healthcare in Jefferson, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.2%
3.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.1%
1.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.4%
6.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
1.3pp 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
42.4%
Arthritis
35.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.4%
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
17.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.3%
Mobility
22.6%
Cognitive
15.6%
Hearing
10.0%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
6.0%
Independent Living
11.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
22.3 mi
North Caddo Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Caddo Medical Center | 22.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Longview Regional Medical Center | 24.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Longview | 24.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center | 28.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Ut Health East Texas Pittsburg Hospital | 37.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Jefferson has an obesity rate of 39.2%, which is 3.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.1%, 1.4pp below the national average. About 11.9% of adults lack health insurance. 81.0% 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 2.7 out of 5.