Healthcare in Pownal, VT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.4%
3.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
30.1%
6.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.3%
1.6pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
4.0pp 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
33.5%
Arthritis
31.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.7%
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
17.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.6%
Mobility
13.1%
Cognitive
13.4%
Hearing
8.0%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.7%
Independent Living
7.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.6 mi
North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation | 8.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Southwestern Vermont Medical Center | 9.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York | 18.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Berkshire Medical Center | 21.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Brattleboro Memorial Hospital | 29.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Pownal has an obesity rate of 32.4%, which is 3.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 30.1%, 6.6pp above the national average. About 6.6% 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 3.5 out of 5.