Healthcare in Pownal Center, VT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.7%
4.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
29.2%
5.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.7%
2.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
3.7pp 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
32.7%
Arthritis
29.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.3%
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
16.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.6%
Mobility
12.5%
Cognitive
13.3%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.8 mi
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Vermont Medical Center | 6.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation | 9.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York | 19.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Berkshire Medical Center | 23.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Brattleboro Memorial Hospital | 28.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Pownal Center has an obesity rate of 31.7%, which is 4.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 29.2%, 5.7pp above the national average. About 6.9% 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 3.5 out of 5.