Healthcare in Oak Island, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.7%
1.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
22.4%
1.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.4%
4.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.2%
4.6pp 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
40.7%
Arthritis
28.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.9%
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
17.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.8%
Mobility
18.7%
Cognitive
16.1%
Hearing
8.0%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
9.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.1 mi
Bayside Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Community Hospital | 4.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riceland Medical Center | 19.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital | 19.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Altus Baytown Hospital | 19.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston | 24.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Oak Island has an obesity rate of 34.7%, which is 1.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.4%, 1.1pp below the national average. About 15.2% of adults lack health insurance. 75.6% 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 4.0 out of 5.