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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Baltimore

Health / Adolescent Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Adolescent Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore High School Students Who Ever Thought Seriously About Committing Suicide

20.1%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 20.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.6%), Baltimore has a value of 20.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(20.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (20.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.1%).
Prior Value
(17.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High School Students Who Felt Sad or Hopeless

Current Value:
41.0%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 41.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (39.2%), Baltimore has a value of 41.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(39.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (41.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (33.7%).
Prior Value
(33.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Middle School Students Who Were Not Physically Active

18.1%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 18.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (16.2%), Baltimore has a value of 18.1% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(16.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (18.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.9%).
Prior Value
(13.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Middle School Students who were Physically Active

Current Value:
37.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 37.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 48.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (45.2%), Baltimore has a value of 37.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(45.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (37.4%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (49.6%).
Prior Value
(49.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Teens who do not Drink Soda or Pop

Current Value:
29.5%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 29.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 31.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.3%), Baltimore has a value of 29.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (29.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (31.9%).
Prior Value
(31.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Teens who do not Engage in Physical Activity

Current Value:
16.6%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 16.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (18.8%), Baltimore has a value of 16.6% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(18.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (16.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.1%).
Prior Value
(25.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Teens who Felt Sad or Hopeless: Middle School Students

39.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 39.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (36.8%), Baltimore has a value of 39.9% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(36.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (39.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (25.4%).
Prior Value
(25.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults who Binge Drink

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults who Binge Drink

14.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
MD Counties
(2020)
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.1%), Baltimore has a value of 14.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(14.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4%), Baltimore has a value of 14.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(15.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (14.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.5%).
Prior Value
(14.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults who Drink Excessively

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults who Drink Excessively

14.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.2%), Baltimore has a value of 14.4% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(15.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Baltimore has a value of 14.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (14.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.9%).
Prior Value
(16.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Drug Use

Current Value:
50.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (42.2), Baltimore has a value of 50.4 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(42.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.5), Baltimore has a value of 50.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(22.5 in 2017-2019)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (50.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (51.4).
Prior Value
(51.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (12.6), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(12.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the death rate due to drug use to 12.6 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

50.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 50.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 50.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,303 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (39.9), Baltimore has a value of 50.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(39.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Baltimore has a value of 50.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (50.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (51.7).
Prior Value
(51.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Alcohol/Substance Abuse

Current Value:
1,689.0
ER visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 1,689.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1,590.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1,923.9.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2,017.0), Baltimore has a value of 1,689.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2,017.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (1,689.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (1,736.6).
Prior Value
(1,736.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (1,400.9), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(1,400.9)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to alcohol and substance abuse to 1400.9 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Baltimore Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
51.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 51.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.3.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 51.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (43.1), Baltimore has a value of 51.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(43.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Baltimore has a value of 51.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (20.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Baltimore High School Students who Ever Used Heroin

Current Value:
2.7%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (2.5%), Baltimore has a value of 2.7%.
MD Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (2.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.7%).
Prior Value
(3.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High School Students who have Ever Used Prescription Drugs

15.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 15.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.6%), Baltimore has a value of 15.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(14.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (15.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.1%).
Prior Value
(15.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High School Students who Use Alcohol: Past 30 Days

Current Value:
19.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 19.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (19.4%), Baltimore has a value of 19.2% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(19.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (19.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.3%).
Prior Value
(22.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High School Students who Use Heroin

Current Value:
1.1%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (0.8%), Baltimore has a value of 1.1%.
MD Value
(0.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (1.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.7%).
Prior Value
(1.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High School Students who Use Marijuana

Current Value:
17.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 17.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.0%), Baltimore has a value of 17.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(15.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (17.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.9%).
Prior Value
(16.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Illicit Drug Use

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Illicit Drug Use

14.0%
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (12.9%), Baltimore has a value of 14.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (14.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.9%).
Prior Value
(11.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Marijuana Use

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Marijuana Use

12.5%
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (11.1%), Baltimore has a value of 12.5% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (12.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.2%).
Prior Value
(10.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Middle School Students who have Ever Used Prescription Drugs

12.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 12.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.5%), Baltimore has a value of 12.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (12.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (7.2%).
Prior Value
(7.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Middle School Students who Use Alcohol: Past 30 Days

Current Value:
9.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 9.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.9%), Baltimore has a value of 9.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (9.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.9%).
Prior Value
(7.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Middle School Students who Use Marijuana

Current Value:
4.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 4.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (3.8%), Baltimore has a value of 4.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (4.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.9%).
Prior Value
(4.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Nonmedical Use of Pain Relievers

Current Value:
3.6%
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (3.4%), Baltimore has a value of 3.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (3.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.9%).
Prior Value
(3.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults with Cancer

7.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Baltimore has a value of 7.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Breast Cancer

Current Value:
22.0
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 22.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 22.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,755 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (21.0), Baltimore has a value of 22.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(21.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.6), Baltimore has a value of 22.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (22.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.0).
Prior Value
(22.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer

Current Value:
161.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 161.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 156.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 172.8.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 161.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 162.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 179.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,085 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (148.9), Baltimore has a value of 161.5 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(148.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (149.4), Baltimore has a value of 161.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(149.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (161.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (164.0).
Prior Value
(164.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (147.4), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(147.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the overall cancer death rate to 147.4 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (169.2), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(169.2)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the overall cancer death rate to 169.2 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (122.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

Current Value:
14.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,174 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (13.2), Baltimore has a value of 14.1 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(13.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.1), Baltimore has a value of 14.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (14.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.6).
Prior Value
(14.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Lung Cancer

Current Value:
39.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 39.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 39.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,752 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.5), Baltimore has a value of 39.1 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(33.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0), Baltimore has a value of 39.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (39.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (40.9).
Prior Value
(40.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Melanoma

Current Value:
2.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 2.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 585 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.8), Baltimore has a value of 2.4 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(1.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.1), Baltimore has a value of 2.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (2.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.3).
Prior Value
(2.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Prostate Cancer

Current Value:
19.9
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 19.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,576 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.1), Baltimore has a value of 19.9 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(20.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.8), Baltimore has a value of 19.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(18.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (19.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.7).
Prior Value
(19.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (16.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

County: Baltimore All Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore All Cancer Incidence Rate

483.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 483.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 471.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 502.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 483.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 455.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 485.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,693 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (449.7), Baltimore has a value of 483.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(449.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (442.3), Baltimore has a value of 483.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(442.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (483.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (489.8).
Prior Value
(489.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

144.8
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 144.8 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 129.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 140.1.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 144.8 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 122.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 133.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,478 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (133.2), Baltimore has a value of 144.8 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(133.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (127.0), Baltimore has a value of 144.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(127.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (144.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (145.5).
Prior Value
(145.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Cancer: Medicare Population

13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 13.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 13.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.0%), Baltimore has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Baltimore has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (13.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.0%).
Prior Value
(13.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

6.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 6.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 696 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.6), Baltimore has a value of 6.3 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(6.6)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.5), Baltimore has a value of 6.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (6.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.3).
Prior Value
(6.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:
86.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 86.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 86.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (82.8%), Baltimore has a value of 86.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Colon Cancer Screening

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Colon Cancer Screening

69.1%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 69.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 67.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 69.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (66.4%), Baltimore has a value of 69.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(66.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
75.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 75.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 72.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 75.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (72.4%), Baltimore has a value of 75.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(72.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
36.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 36.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 36.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 40.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,401 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (35.2), Baltimore has a value of 36.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(35.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.5), Baltimore has a value of 36.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (36.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.5).
Prior Value
(37.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
62.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 62.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 66.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 62.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,471 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (51.8), Baltimore has a value of 62.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(51.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.0), Baltimore has a value of 62.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (62.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (64.7).
Prior Value
(64.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50+

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50+

17.2%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 17.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.1%.
MD Counties
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (18.2%), Baltimore has a value of 17.2% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(18.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (17.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (80.8%).
Prior Value
(80.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

Current Value:
76.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 76.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 72.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 71.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 76.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Baltimore has a value of 76.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

County: Baltimore Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
51.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 51.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 48.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 45.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 51.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,123 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (47.0%), Baltimore has a value of 51.0% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.0%), Baltimore has a value of 51.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (51.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (50.0%).
Prior Value
(50.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Melanoma Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Melanoma Incidence Rate

28.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 28.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 28.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,961 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (24.5), Baltimore has a value of 28.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(24.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.5), Baltimore has a value of 28.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(22.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (28.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (30.2).
Prior Value
(30.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
11.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 11.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 11.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,706 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.1), Baltimore has a value of 11.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.9), Baltimore has a value of 11.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (11.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.7).
Prior Value
(11.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

143.9
Cases per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 143.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 129.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 141.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 143.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 107.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 125.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,500 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (135.7), Baltimore has a value of 143.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(135.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (110.5), Baltimore has a value of 143.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(110.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (143.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (136.0).
Prior Value
(136.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Child Mortality Rate: Under 20

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Child Mortality Rate: Under 20

55.3
Deaths per 100,000 population under 20
(2018-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 55.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 57.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 55.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 58.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,038 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (50.3), Baltimore has a value of 55.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(50.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.6), Baltimore has a value of 55.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(50.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults with Diabetes

10.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 10.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.8%), Baltimore has a value of 10.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.9%), Baltimore has a value of 10.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (10.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.5%).
Prior Value
(8.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Community Benefit & Health Improvement Plan (10.4%), the target has  been met.
Community Benefit & Health Improvement Plan
(10.4%)

County: Baltimore Adults with Prediabetes

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults with Prediabetes

13.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 13.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (13.5%), Baltimore has a value of 13.4% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
22.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (22.7), Baltimore has a value of 22.1 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(22.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8), Baltimore has a value of 22.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (22.1) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (19.7).
Prior Value
(19.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
224.6
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 224.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 279.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 313.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (243.7), Baltimore has a value of 224.6 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(243.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (224.6) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (199.1).
Prior Value
(199.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (186.3), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(186.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to diabetes to 186.3 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (300.2), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(300.2)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to diabetes to 300.2 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Diabetes: Medicare Population

26.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (27.0%), Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(27.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (26.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (26.0%).
Prior Value
(26.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Diabetic Monitoring: Medicare Population

Current Value:
88.1%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 88.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 88.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,097 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (87.4%), Baltimore has a value of 88.1% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(87.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (87.5%), Baltimore has a value of 88.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(87.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (88.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (86.7%).
Prior Value
(86.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:
20.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 20.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 20.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (21.2%), Baltimore has a value of 20.3% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(21.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Baltimore has a value of 20.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Children with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Children with a Disability

4.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (4.3%), Baltimore has a value of 4.4%.
MD Value
(4.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Baltimore has a value of 4.4%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
4.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (4.7%), Baltimore has a value of 4.9%.
MD Value
(4.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Baltimore has a value of 4.9%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Persons with a Disability

11.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (11.3%), Baltimore has a value of 11.9%.
MD Value
(11.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Baltimore has a value of 11.9%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
2.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (2.8%), Baltimore has a value of 2.9%.
MD Value
(2.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Baltimore has a value of 2.9%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
2.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (2.2%), Baltimore has a value of 2.4%.
MD Value
(2.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Baltimore has a value of 2.4%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
2.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (1.9%), Baltimore has a value of 2.1%.
MD Value
(1.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Baltimore has a value of 2.1%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
6.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (5.8%), Baltimore has a value of 6.1%.
MD Value
(5.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Baltimore has a value of 6.1%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Veterans with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Veterans with a Disability

26.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (23.5%), Baltimore has a value of 26.9%.
MD Value
(23.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (29.8%), Baltimore has a value of 26.9%.
US Value
(29.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore High School Students who are Sexually Active: last 3 months

0.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 0.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (0.2%), Baltimore has a value of 0.2%.
MD Value
(0.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (0.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.2%).
Prior Value
(0.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

10.1
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 10.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0.
MD Counties
(2020)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.3), Baltimore has a value of 10.1 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(11.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Baltimore has a value of 10.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (10.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (12.9).
Prior Value
(12.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (17.8), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(17.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the teen birth rate to 17.8 births per 1,000 females aged 15-19.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (29.6), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(29.6)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the teen birth rate to 29.6 births per 1,000 females aged 15-19.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore

Health / Food Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Food Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Salmonella Infection Incidence Rate

Current Value:
8.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.1.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.6), Baltimore has a value of 8.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(11.6)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.8), Baltimore has a value of 8.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (8.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (12.8).
Prior Value
(12.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (12.7), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(12.7)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the salmonella incidence rate to 12.7 cases per 100,000 population.</span></div> </div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (11.5), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(11.5)

County: Baltimore

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adolescents who have had a Routine Checkup: Medicaid Population

47.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 47.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 42.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (49.2%), Baltimore has a value of 47.7% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(49.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (47.7%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (43.4%).
Prior Value
(43.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (57.4%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(57.4%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of adolescents ages 13 to 20 years old who have had an annual wellness checkup to 57.4%. </span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (54.3%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(54.3%)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of adolescents ages 13 to 20 years old who have had an annual wellness checkup to 54.3%. </span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Adults Unable to Afford to See a Doctor

Current Value:
8.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.3%.
MD Counties
(2016)
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.3%), Baltimore has a value of 8.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(9.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.7%), Baltimore has a value of 8.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (8.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.4%).
Prior Value
(9.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (11.4%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(11.4%)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the proportion of adults unable to afford to see a doctor to 11.4%.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
76.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 76.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 76.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 72.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (73.6%), Baltimore has a value of 76.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(73.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
90.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 90.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 87.1%.
MD Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 20 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (88.6%), Baltimore has a value of 90.5% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(88.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.4%), Baltimore has a value of 90.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (90.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (91.8%).
Prior Value
(91.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults with Health Insurance

93.9%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 93.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (91.8%), Baltimore has a value of 93.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(91.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.7%), Baltimore has a value of 93.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (93.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (93.5%).
Prior Value
(93.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults without Health Insurance

Current Value:
7.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (10.8%), Baltimore has a value of 7.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Children with Health Insurance

95.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 95.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 96.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 93.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (95.8%), Baltimore has a value of 95.6% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(95.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.9%), Baltimore has a value of 95.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (95.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (94.8%).
Prior Value
(94.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Medicare Healthcare Costs

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Medicare Healthcare Costs

$9,745
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value ($9,328), Baltimore has a value of $9,745.
MD Value
($9,328)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($9,729), Baltimore has a value of $9,745.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore ($9,745) is greater  than the previously measured value ($9,506).
Prior Value
($9,506)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
138
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 138 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 116 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 138 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (137), Baltimore has a value of 138 which is higher and better.
MD Value
(137)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (138) is greater and better than the previously measured value (130).
Prior Value
(130)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore People with a Usual Primary Care Provider

Current Value:
88.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 88.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (87.3%), Baltimore has a value of 88.6% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(87.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (88.6%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (85.3%).
Prior Value
(85.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (83.9%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(83.9%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals with a specific source of ongoing care to 83.9%</span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (84%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(84%)

County: Baltimore Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Persons with Health Insurance

93.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 93.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 93.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 92.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 93.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (93.0%), Baltimore has a value of 93.6% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(93.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (93.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (93.5%).
Prior Value
(93.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (93.6%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(93.6%)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of persons under age 65 years with health insurance to 93.6%.</span></div> </div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (92.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(92.4%)
<div>AHS-01: Increase the proportion of people with health insurance <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Baltimore Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
57.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (58.8%), Baltimore has a value of 57.7%.
MD Value
(58.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Baltimore has a value of 57.7%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (57.7%) is greater  than the previously measured value (57.2%).
Prior Value
(57.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
21.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (21.1%), Baltimore has a value of 21.2%.
MD Value
(21.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Baltimore has a value of 21.2%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (21.2%) is less  than the previously measured value (22.7%).
Prior Value
(22.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
2,855
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 2,855 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,330 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2,854.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 2,855 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,375.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2,547), Baltimore has a value of 2,855 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(2,547)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677), Baltimore has a value of 2,855 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2,677)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (2,855) is less and better than the previously measured value (3,025).
Prior Value
(3,025)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Primary Care Provider Rate

86
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 86 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 54 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 38.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 86 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (85), Baltimore has a value of 86 which is higher and better.
MD Value
(85)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (86) is less and worse than the previously measured value (91).
Prior Value
(91)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Uninsured Emergency Department Visits

Current Value:
7.9%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.6%), Baltimore has a value of 7.9% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (7.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (9.5%).
Prior Value
(9.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (14.7%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(14.7%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the proportion of Emergency Department visits from persons without health insurance to 14.7%</span></div>

County: Baltimore

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
90.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 90.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 90.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (90.7%), Baltimore has a value of 90.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(90.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Baltimore has a value of 90.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

94.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 94.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 91.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 94.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (95.3%), Baltimore has a value of 94.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(95.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Baltimore has a value of 94.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
92.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 92.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 92.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (93.0%), Baltimore has a value of 92.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(93.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Baltimore has a value of 92.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:
3.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 3.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 3.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.3%), Baltimore has a value of 3.3%.
US Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
5.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.1%), Baltimore has a value of 5.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Adults who Have Taken Medications for High Blood Pressure

79.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 79.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 79.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 78.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Baltimore has a value of 79.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

43.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 43.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 62.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (45.5), Baltimore has a value of 43.3 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(45.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (38.8), Baltimore has a value of 43.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(38.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (43.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (47.1).
Prior Value
(47.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
47.6
Deaths per 100,000 population 35+ years
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 47.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 47.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 61.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 87.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,101 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (42.4), Baltimore has a value of 47.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(42.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (47.6) is less and better than the previously measured value (47.7).
Prior Value
(47.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Disease

Current Value:
180.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 180.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 172.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 228.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (160.1), Baltimore has a value of 180.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(160.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (165.0), Baltimore has a value of 180.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(165.0 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (180.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (180.9).
Prior Value
(180.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (166.3), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(166.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the heart disease death rate to 166.3 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (173.4), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(173.4)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the heart disease death rate to 173.4 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Hypertension

Current Value:
340.7
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 340.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 380.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 458.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (351.2), Baltimore has a value of 340.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(351.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (340.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (306.6).
Prior Value
(306.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (234.0), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(234.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to hypertension to 234.0 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (202.4), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(202.4)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to hypertension to 202.4 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Heart Attack

23.4
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 35+ years
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 23.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (19.2), Baltimore has a value of 23.4 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(19.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (23.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (28.7).
Prior Value
(28.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
14.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (13.0%), Baltimore has a value of 14.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Baltimore has a value of 14.0%.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (14.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Cholesterol Test History

88.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 88.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 88.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (86.4%), Baltimore has a value of 88.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(86.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
10.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.0%), Baltimore has a value of 10.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Baltimore has a value of 10.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (10.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.0%).
Prior Value
(10.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Current Value:

County: Baltimore High Blood Pressure Prevalence

33.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 33.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 33.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (32.0%), Baltimore has a value of 33.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(32.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.4%), Baltimore has a value of 33.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(32.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (33.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (34.1%).
Prior Value
(34.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

County: Baltimore High Cholesterol Prevalence

Current Value:

County: Baltimore High Cholesterol Prevalence

30.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 30.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.5%), Baltimore has a value of 30.3% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(33.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.7%), Baltimore has a value of 30.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (30.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (30.2%).
Prior Value
(30.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:
35.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 35.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 35.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (36.4%), Baltimore has a value of 35.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
69.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 69.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 70.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 69.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 67.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (69.0%), Baltimore has a value of 69.0%.
MD Value
(69.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Baltimore has a value of 69.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (69.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (67.0%).
Prior Value
(67.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
70.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 70.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 70.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 70.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (68.0%), Baltimore has a value of 70.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(68.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Baltimore has a value of 70.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (70.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (69.0%).
Prior Value
(69.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
21.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 21.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 21.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.0%), Baltimore has a value of 21.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(20.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.0%), Baltimore has a value of 21.0%.
US Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (21.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.0%).
Prior Value
(21.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Stroke: Medicare Population

7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.0%), Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (7.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:
53.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 53.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 41.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (49.8%), Baltimore has a value of 53.3% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(49.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.6%), Baltimore has a value of 53.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(68.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (53.3%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (68.2%).
Prior Value
(68.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with Pneumonia Vaccination

Current Value:
40.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 40.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 35.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 31.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.2%), Baltimore has a value of 40.8% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(33.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.0%), Baltimore has a value of 40.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(71.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (40.8%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (78.7%).
Prior Value
(78.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:
53.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 53.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 41.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (49.8%), Baltimore has a value of 53.3% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(49.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (53.3%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (53.1%).
Prior Value
(53.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (49.1%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(49.1%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of adults who receive an influenza vaccination to 49.1%</span></div>

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

8.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (8.4), Baltimore has a value of 8.3 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.0), Baltimore has a value of 8.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.0 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (8.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (14.0).
Prior Value
(14.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore COVID-19 Daily Average Case-Fatality Rate

Current Value:
2.9
Deaths per 100 cases
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 2.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7.
MD Counties
(Feb 17, 2023)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 2.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3.
U.S. Counties
(Mar 25, 2022)
The distribution is based on data from 2,811 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.8), Baltimore has a value of 2.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(1.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.7), Baltimore has a value of 2.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (2.9) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (1.1).
Prior Value
(1.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore COVID-19 Daily Average Incidence Rate

Current Value:
6.87
Cases per 100,000 population
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 6.87 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.83 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.58.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 6.87 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.84 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.01.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.38), Baltimore has a value of 6.87 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.38)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.97), Baltimore has a value of 6.87 which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.97)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (6.87) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.69).
Prior Value
(7.69)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
58.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 58.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 53.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 45.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 58.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (54.0%), Baltimore has a value of 58.0% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(54.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Baltimore has a value of 58.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (58.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (58.0%).
Prior Value
(58.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
76.1%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 76.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 71.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 76.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 52.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (76.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (76.1%).
Prior Value
(76.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 8.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.0%), Baltimore has a value of 8.0%.
MD Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Baltimore has a value of 8.0%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (8.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

1.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 1.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9.
MD Counties
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2.4), Baltimore has a value of 1.8 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.2), Baltimore has a value of 1.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (1.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (2.8).
Prior Value
(2.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (1.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(1.4)

County: Baltimore

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Babies with Low Birthweight

9.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 9.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.9%), Baltimore has a value of 9.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(8.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.5%), Baltimore has a value of 9.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (9.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (9.1%).
Prior Value
(9.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (8.0%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(8.0%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of births that are low weight to 8.0%.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (8.5%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(8.5%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is </span>to reduce the proportion of births that are low weight to 8.5%.</div>

County: Baltimore Babies with Very Low Birthweight

Current Value:
1.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (1.6%), Baltimore has a value of 1.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(1.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.4%), Baltimore has a value of 1.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (1.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.8%).
Prior Value
(1.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Infant Mortality Rate

6.0
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (6.1), Baltimore has a value of 6.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(6.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.4), Baltimore has a value of 6.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(5.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (6.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.4).
Prior Value
(6.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (6.3), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(6.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the infant mortality rate to 6.3 deaths per 1,000 live births. </span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (6.6), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(6.6)
<div> <div>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the infant mortality rate to 6.6 deaths per 1,000 live births. </div> </div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Baltimore Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:
73.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 73.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 70.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (69.1%), Baltimore has a value of 73.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(69.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (78.3%), Baltimore has a value of 73.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (73.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (69.7%).
Prior Value
(69.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (66.9%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(66.9%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of pregnant women who receive prenatal care beginning in the first trimester to 66.9%.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (84.2%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(84.2%)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of pregnant women who receive prenatal care beginning in the first trimester to 84.2%.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Perinatal Deaths

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Perinatal Deaths

6.9
Per 1,000 live births plus fetal deaths of 28 or more weeks gestation
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 6.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.4.
MD Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.4), Baltimore has a value of 6.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (6.9) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (6.5).
Prior Value
(6.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Preterm Births

11.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 11.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.1%.
MD Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (10.7%), Baltimore has a value of 11.9% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(10.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.5%), Baltimore has a value of 11.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (11.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (11.4%).
Prior Value
(11.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

County: Baltimore Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Rate

Current Value:
0.7
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 0.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.1.
MD Counties
(2011-2015)
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (0.8), Baltimore has a value of 0.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(0.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.9), Baltimore has a value of 0.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(0.9 in 2014-2018)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (0.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.6).
Prior Value
(0.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (0.86), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(0.86)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the sudden unexpected infant death rate to .86 deaths per 1,000 live births.</span></div>

County: Baltimore

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adequate Social and Emotional Support in the Past 12 Months: Middle School Students

34.8%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 34.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 30.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 28.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (30.9%), Baltimore has a value of 34.8% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(30.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (34.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (32.0%).
Prior Value
(32.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adequate Social and Emotional Support: Middle School Students

82.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 82.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (81.8%), Baltimore has a value of 82.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(81.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (82.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (85.9%).
Prior Value
(85.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:
20.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 20.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 20.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (19.5%), Baltimore has a value of 20.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:
9.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (9.7), Baltimore has a value of 9.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(9.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.5), Baltimore has a value of 9.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.5 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (9.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.1).
Prior Value
(11.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (9.0), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(9.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the suicide rate to 9.0 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (9.1), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(9.1)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to decrease the suicide rate to 9.1 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div> </div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (12.8), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
<div>MHMD-01: Reduce the suicide rate <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Mental Health

Current Value:
4,210.1
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 4,210.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4,213.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7,635.3.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (4,291.5), Baltimore has a value of 4,210.1 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(4,291.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (4,210.1) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3,653.8).
Prior Value
(3,653.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (3,152.6), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(3,152.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to mental health conditions to 3152.6 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Baltimore Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:
18.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (16.0%), Baltimore has a value of 18.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.0%), Baltimore has a value of 18.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (18.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.0%).
Prior Value
(18.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Frequent Mental Distress

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Frequent Mental Distress

13.8%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 13.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 13.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.1%), Baltimore has a value of 13.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Baltimore has a value of 13.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (13.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.7%).
Prior Value
(12.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Baltimore High School Students who Plan to Attempt Suicide

Current Value:
14.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 14.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.4%), Baltimore has a value of 14.9% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(15.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (14.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.4%).
Prior Value
(16.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Mental Health Provider Rate

407
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 407 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 269 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 221.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 407 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 137 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (343), Baltimore has a value of 407 which is higher and better.
MD Value
(343)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (407) is greater and better than the previously measured value (381).
Prior Value
(381)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Poor Mental Health: Average Number of Days

Current Value:
4.9
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 4.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.4.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 4.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (4.4), Baltimore has a value of 4.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(4.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.8), Baltimore has a value of 4.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(4.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (4.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.5).
Prior Value
(4.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Self-Reported Good Mental Health

Current Value:
65.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 65.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 65.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (66.0%), Baltimore has a value of 65.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(66.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (65.4%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (66.1%).
Prior Value
(66.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Social and Emotional Support: Middle School Students

Current Value:
55.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 55.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 53.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (56.2%), Baltimore has a value of 55.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(56.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (55.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (57.7%).
Prior Value
(57.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Life Expectancy

77.0
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 77.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 77.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,070 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (78.0), Baltimore has a value of 77.0 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(78.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Baltimore has a value of 77.0 which is lower and worse.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Premature Death

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Premature Death

8,627.9
Years per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8,627.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8,354.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9,893.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8,627.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9,469.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11,769.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,886 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7,921.4), Baltimore has a value of 8,627.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(7,921.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7,971.5), Baltimore has a value of 8,627.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7,971.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Teens who do not Eat Fruit or Drink Fruit Juice: High School Students

7.7%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.4%), Baltimore has a value of 7.7% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (7.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.9%).
Prior Value
(8.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Teens who do not Eat Vegetables: High School Students

9.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 9.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.5%), Baltimore has a value of 9.4% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(9.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (9.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.4%).
Prior Value
(9.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Females

44.6%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 44.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 37.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 44.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (37.9%), Baltimore has a value of 44.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Males

44.6%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 44.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 46.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 44.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 39.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (43.7%), Baltimore has a value of 44.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with a Disability

30.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (29.9%), Baltimore has a value of 30.1%.
MD Value
(29.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Baltimore has a value of 30.1%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
11.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (10.9%), Baltimore has a value of 11.4%.
MD Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Baltimore has a value of 11.4%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
7.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (6.9%), Baltimore has a value of 7.2%.
MD Value
(6.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Baltimore has a value of 7.2%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
5.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (5.1%), Baltimore has a value of 5.7%.
MD Value
(5.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Baltimore has a value of 5.7%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
13.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (12.9%), Baltimore has a value of 13.4%.
MD Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Baltimore has a value of 13.4%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate Related to Alzheimer's and Other Dementias

559.0
Hospitalizations per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 559.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 470.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 544.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (515.5), Baltimore has a value of 559.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(515.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (559.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (202.8).
Prior Value
(202.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (199.4), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(199.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to Alzheimer's and other dementias to 199.4 hospitalizations per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (213.7), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(213.7)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to Alzheimer's and other dementias to 213.7 hospitalizations per 100,000 population.</span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7.0%), Baltimore has a value of 7.0%.
MD Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Baltimore has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (7.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:
8.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (13.4%), Baltimore has a value of 8.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Baltimore Adults who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults who Visited a Dentist

64.2%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 64.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (65.3%), Baltimore has a value of 64.2% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(65.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (66.7%), Baltimore has a value of 64.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (64.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (64.2%).
Prior Value
(64.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore Age-Adjusted ER Visit Rate due to Dental Problems

Current Value:
281.1
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 281.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 476.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 811.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (362.7), Baltimore has a value of 281.1 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(362.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (281.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (516.9).
Prior Value
(516.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (792.8), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(792.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to dental problems to 792.8 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Baltimore Children in Medicaid who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:
55.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 55.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 54.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 51.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (56.3%), Baltimore has a value of 55.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(56.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (55.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (48.9%).
Prior Value
(48.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (64.6%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(64.6%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals receiving dental care to 64.6%.</span></div>
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2014 (55.4%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2014
(55.4%)
<div> <div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals receiving dental care to 55.4%. </span></div> </div>

County: Baltimore Dentist Rate

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Dentist Rate

79
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 79 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 53.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 79 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 27.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,054 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (81), Baltimore has a value of 79 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(81)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Baltimore (79) is greater and better than the previously measured value (77).
Prior Value
(77)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Baltimore value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Baltimore

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Baltimore Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

County: Baltimore Adults with Arthritis

26.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (25.2%), Baltimore has a value of 26.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(25.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.