Healthcare in Black River Falls, WI
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.1%
3.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.3%
1.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
2.2pp 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
36.9%
Arthritis
31.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.0%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
29.9%
Lack of Support
19.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.7%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
14.3%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
5.5%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
9.5%
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
5
Nearest Hospital
3.6 mi
Black River Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Memorial Hospital | 3.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Marshfield Medical Center - Neillsville | 19.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mayo Clinic Hlth Systm Franciscan Hlthcare Sparta | 21.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Gundersen Tri-County Hospital & Clinics | 23.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mayo Clinic Health System Oakridge | 25.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Black River Falls has an obesity rate of 39.1%, which is 3.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.