Healthcare in Chelsea, VT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.2%
2.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.1%
1.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
4.6pp below 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
38.5%
Arthritis
37.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.4%
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
14.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.8%
Mobility
15.2%
Cognitive
11.9%
Hearing
10.0%
Vision
4.9%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
7.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.9 mi
Gifford Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gifford Medical Center | 12.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Central Vermont Medical Center | 13.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| White River Jct Va Medical Center | 24.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital | 27.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cottage Hospital | 30.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Chelsea has an obesity rate of 33.2%, which is 2.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.1%, 1.6pp above the national average. About 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% 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 3.3 out of 5.