Healthcare in Buffalo, WY
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.0%
near the national average
Depression Rate
20.1%
3.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.1%
1.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
0.5pp 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
38.5%
Arthritis
30.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.2%
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
15.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.3%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
10.4%
Vision
5.6%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
9.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
3
With Emergency Services
1
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.4 mi
Johnson County Healthcare Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson County Healthcare Center | 5.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Sheridan Memorial Hospital | 35.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Sheridan Va Medical Center | 35.3 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
Buffalo has an obesity rate of 36.0%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 20.1%, 3.4pp below the national average. About 11.1% of adults lack health insurance. 71.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 3 hospitals nearby. 1 offers emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.