Healthcare in Vernon, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.5%
3.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.8%
4.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.5%
10.9pp 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
38.6%
Arthritis
28.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.8%
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
19.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.4%
Mobility
21.0%
Cognitive
19.0%
Hearing
9.2%
Vision
8.9%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
12.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.1 mi
Wilbarger General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbarger General Hospital | 1.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Electra Memorial Hospital | 30.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hardeman County Memorial Hospital | 30.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority | 33.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Seymour Hospital | 38.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Vernon has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 21.5% 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 4.0 out of 5.