APRIL 19, 2025 – Health is the top concern for veterans immediately after military service, according to The United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Within nine months of leaving the military, 53% of veterans had chronic physical health conditions and 33% had chronic mental health conditions.
In some cities, accessing healthcare might be easier for veterans due to shorter wait times for primary care, specialty care, and mental health care. So, which cities are the best for veterans’ healthcare?
To find out, Trajector Medical examined data for 132 Veterans Health Administration hospitals (82 of which had available data) across 23 metrics.
Key Findings:
- Wichita, Kansas tops the list of best cities for veterans’ healthcare, followed by Fargo, North Dakota; Amarillo, Texas; Altoona, Pennsylvania; and Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
- Seven of the 20 best cities for veterans’ healthcare are in the South. Another seven are in the Midwest.
- Just five of the 100 most populated cities in the country rank among the 20 best cities for veterans’ healthcare.
- Charleston, South Carolina has the best access to primary care; Wichita, Kansas has the best access to specialty care; Wilmington, Delaware has the best access to mental health care; and Asheville, North Carolina has the highest quality hospital care.
“We are committed to leveling the playing field for the underserved and at-risk disabled population, including veterans,” said Paige Polakow, president of Trajector Medical. “This study is a natural extension of our decade-long mission to help veterans improve their life trajectory.”
Find the full report, Trajector Medical’s Best Cities for Veterans’ Healthcare, including the methodology and infographics, here.
About Trajector Medical
Trajector Medical is a leading provider of medical evidence services for people with disabilities and is based in Gainesville, Florida. Founded in 2014, its licensed medical professionals help individuals gather the medical evidence they need to secure the disability benefits they medically, legally, and ethically qualify for.