Healthcare in Yoakum, 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
21.8%
1.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.3%
4.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
26.1%
15.5pp 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
38.0%
Arthritis
26.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.8%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.8%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
18.4%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
8.7%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
11.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Nearest Hospital
7.2 mi
Yoakum Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoakum Community Hospital | 7.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cuero Regional Hospital | 16.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lavaca Medical Center | 19.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Memorial Hospital | 22.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Jackson Healthcare Center | 31.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Yoakum has an obesity rate of 39.2%, which is 3.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.8%, 1.7pp below the national average. About 26.1% of adults lack health insurance. 74.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.