Healthcare in Bellingham, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
26.0%
10.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
31.3%
7.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.7%
4.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
2.4pp 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
30.7%
Arthritis
21.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.5%
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
19.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
31.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.3%
Mobility
10.0%
Cognitive
16.8%
Hearing
6.4%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
8.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
St Joseph Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Hospital | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Island Hospital | 21.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center | 31.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Skagit Valley Hospital | 31.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Whidbeyhealth Medical Center | 39.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Bellingham has an obesity rate of 26.0%, which is 10.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 31.3%, 7.8pp above the national average. About 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. 68.7% 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 3.3 out of 5.