Healthcare in Groton, VT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.5%
4.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.4%
2.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.0%
1.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
4.8pp 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
35.4%
Arthritis
30.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.6%
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
16.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.7%
Mobility
12.0%
Cognitive
13.2%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.7 mi
Central Vermont Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Vermont Medical Center | 12.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Cottage Hospital | 21.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Littleton Regional Healthcare | 21.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Copley Hospital | 30.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Gifford Medical Center | 30.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Groton has an obesity rate of 31.5%, which is 4.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.4%, 2.9pp above the national average. About 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. 76.8% 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 2.8 out of 5.