Healthcare in Yakima, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.7%
3.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.1%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.9%
1.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.7%
9.1pp above 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
35.0%
Arthritis
24.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.9%
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
18.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.5%
Mobility
15.8%
Cognitive
18.1%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
7.7%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.9 mi
Yakima Valley Memorial
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yakima Valley Memorial | 0.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Astria Toppenish Hospital | 25.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Kittitas Valley Community Hospital | 29.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Astria Sunnyside Hospital | 42.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Prosser Memorial Hospital | 49.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
Yakima has an obesity rate of 39.7%, which is 3.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.1%, near the national average. About 19.7% of adults lack health insurance. 68.9% 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 2.3 out of 5.