Healthcare in Carson, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.1%
1.0pp below the national average
Depression Rate
27.4%
3.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.9%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
1.2pp 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
36.1%
Arthritis
30.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.7%
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
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.4%
Mobility
16.3%
Cognitive
17.0%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.7%
Independent Living
9.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.8 mi
Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital | 13.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Skyline Hospital | 18.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center | 33.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Mid-Columbia Medical Center | 34.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center | 37.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Carson has an obesity rate of 35.1%, which is 1.0pp below the national average. The depression rate is 27.4%, 3.9pp above the national average. About 9.4% of adults lack health insurance. 71.5% 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.