Healthcare in Alger, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.8%
4.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
27.0%
3.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.2%
2.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
2.9pp 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
27.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.4%
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
16.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
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Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.7%
Mobility
11.5%
Cognitive
13.9%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
3.8%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.0 mi
St Joseph Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Hospital | 13.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Island Hospital | 16.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Skagit Valley Hospital | 19.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Whidbeyhealth Medical Center | 32.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Cascade Valley Hospital | 32.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Alger has an obesity rate of 31.8%, which is 4.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 27.0%, 3.5pp above the national average. About 7.7% of adults lack health insurance. 69.8% 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.