Healthcare in Kent, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
25.7%
10.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.3%
2.6pp 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
34.8%
Arthritis
20.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.7%
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
17.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
26.2%
Mobility
9.9%
Cognitive
14.4%
Hearing
5.1%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.2 mi
Valley Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Medical Center | 4.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Multicare Covington Medical Center | 4.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Multicare Auburn Medical Center | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| St Francis Community Hospital | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Highline Medical Center | 7.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Kent has an obesity rate of 25.7%, which is 10.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 10.6% 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.