Healthcare in South Charleston, WV
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.9%
4.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
30.6%
7.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.8%
3.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
3.2pp 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
43.4%
Arthritis
37.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.6%
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
21.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.6%
Loneliness
33.4%
Lack of Support
23.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.4%
Mobility
19.0%
Cognitive
18.1%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
11.0%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.2 mi
Thomas Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Memorial Hospital | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Charleston Area Medical Center | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Camc Charleston Surgical Hospital | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Highland Hospital | 6.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Boone Memorial Hospital | 21.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
South Charleston has an obesity rate of 40.9%, which is 4.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 30.6%, 7.1pp above the national average. About 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. 82.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 1.0 out of 5.