Healthcare in Des Moines, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
26.6%
9.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.6%
1.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.5%
2.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.6%
near 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
36.3%
Arthritis
23.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.6%
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
16.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.4%
Mobility
10.8%
Cognitive
14.1%
Hearing
6.0%
Vision
5.0%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.6 mi
Highline Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highline Medical Center | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| St Francis Community Hospital | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Multicare Auburn Medical Center | 6.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Valley Medical Center | 6.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Multicare Covington Medical Center | 9.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Des Moines has an obesity rate of 26.6%, which is 9.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.6%, 1.1pp above the national average. About 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. 70.8% 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 2.6 out of 5.