Healthcare in Covington, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
24.8%
11.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.3%
2.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.5%
4.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.5%
3.1pp 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
34.1%
Arthritis
20.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.0%
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
16.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
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Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
23.1%
Mobility
8.1%
Cognitive
13.0%
Hearing
4.7%
Vision
3.5%
Self-Care
2.7%
Independent Living
6.0%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.6 mi
Multicare Covington Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multicare Covington Medical Center | 0.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Valley Medical Center | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Multicare Auburn Medical Center | 8.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| St Francis Community Hospital | 10.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Highline Medical Center | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Covington has an obesity rate of 24.8%, which is 11.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.3%, 2.8pp above the national average. About 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. 69.1% 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 2.6 out of 5.