Healthcare in Ferndale, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
27.2%
8.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
29.6%
6.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.5%
3.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.6%
2.0pp 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
32.1%
Arthritis
23.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.8%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.8%
Mobility
10.6%
Cognitive
15.1%
Hearing
6.3%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.5 mi
St Joseph Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Hospital | 7.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Island Hospital | 27.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center | 30.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Skagit Valley Hospital | 40.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Whidbeyhealth Medical Center | 45.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Ferndale has an obesity rate of 27.2%, which is 8.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 29.6%, 6.1pp above the national average. About 8.6% of adults lack health insurance. 69.2% 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.