Healthcare in Seattle, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
22.2%
13.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.1%
1.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
6.1%
5.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
4.5pp 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
30.9%
Arthritis
17.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.1%
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
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
19.6%
Mobility
6.1%
Cognitive
11.2%
Hearing
4.0%
Vision
3.0%
Self-Care
2.1%
Independent Living
5.0%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Virginia Mason Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Mason Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Harborview Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Swedish Medical Center | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Seattle has an obesity rate of 22.2%, which is 13.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.1%, 1.6pp above the national average. About 6.1% of adults lack health insurance. 68.3% 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.