Healthcare in Port Arthur, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
45.3%
9.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.1%
2.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.7%
7.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
26.9%
16.3pp 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
36.6%
Arthritis
26.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.9%
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
20.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.7%
Mobility
23.3%
Cognitive
20.7%
Hearing
7.6%
Vision
11.2%
Self-Care
7.9%
Independent Living
13.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.1 mi
The Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Medical Center Of Southeast Texas | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Baptist Beaumont Hospital | 17.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth | 19.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Altus Lumberton Hospital | 28.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riceland Medical Center | 31.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Port Arthur has an obesity rate of 45.3%, which is 9.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.1%, 2.4pp below the national average. About 26.9% of adults lack health insurance. 75.1% 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 2.7 out of 5.