Healthcare in Wharton, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.1%
7.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.7%
5.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
22.8%
12.2pp 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
37.9%
Arthritis
27.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.5%
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
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.1%
Mobility
20.7%
Cognitive
17.9%
Hearing
8.2%
Vision
9.0%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
11.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.9 mi
El Campo Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Campo Memorial Hospital | 12.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Rice Medical Center | 19.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sweeny Community Hospital | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Oakbend Medical Center | 26.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Matagorda Regional Medical Center | 31.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Wharton has an obesity rate of 43.1%, which is 7.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 22.8% of adults lack health insurance. 76.2% 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 3.0 out of 5.