Healthcare in Lusk, WY
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.6%
0.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.8%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.4%
0.8pp 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
34.5%
Arthritis
28.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.9%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.0%
Mobility
15.7%
Cognitive
16.3%
Hearing
8.9%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
9.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Nearest Hospital
15.5 mi
Niobrara County Hospital District
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niobrara County Hospital District | 15.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Community Hospital | 44.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Lusk has an obesity rate of 36.6%, which is 0.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.8%, near the national average. About 11.4% of adults lack health insurance. 70.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.