Healthcare in Altoona, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.4%
5.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.6%
1.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.1%
6.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
5.2pp 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
48.3%
Arthritis
46.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
14.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.5%
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
14.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.3%
Mobility
22.0%
Cognitive
14.3%
Hearing
12.2%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
6.1%
Independent Living
9.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.1 mi
Columbia Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Memorial Hospital | 10.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ocean Beach Hospital | 17.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Willapa Harbor Hospital | 21.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Providence Seaside Hospital | 25.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Peacehealth St John Medical Center | 27.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Altoona has an obesity rate of 41.4%, which is 5.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.6%, 1.1pp above the national average. About 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. 79.6% 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 3.0 out of 5.