Healthcare in Norfolk, VA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.9%
3.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.2%
1.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.4%
0.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.9%
near 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
34.0%
Arthritis
22.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.3%
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
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.2%
Loneliness
39.2%
Lack of Support
24.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.7%
Mobility
14.3%
Cognitive
17.7%
Hearing
5.3%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
10.0%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.0 mi
Nmc Portsmouth
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nmc Portsmouth | 1.0 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | ✓ |
| Sentara Norfolk General Hospital | 1.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughters Inc | 1.6 mi | Childrens | — | ✓ |
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Sentara Leigh Hospital | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
Norfolk has an obesity rate of 39.9%, which is 3.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.2%, 1.3pp below the national average. About 10.9% of adults lack health insurance. 78.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.