Mapped: Health Care Spending Per Person by State

 

 In 2024, the average health care spending in the U. S. is $9,717 per person, with large variations across states. Alaska tops the list at $14,044, while Utah is at the bottom with $7,233.

Highest per-capita spending is seen in Alaska, D.C., South Dakota, New York, and West Virginia.

Variations in spending depend more on health care prices, provider availability, and demographic factors, rather than the frequency of care received.

Health care comprises a significant portion of consumer spending in the U.S., with notable geographic differences.

State Rankings (Top 20):

1. Alaska – $14,044

2. District of Columbia – $13,865

3. South Dakota – $12,451

4. New York – $12,221

5. West Virginia – $12,055

6. Delaware – $11,987

7. Massachusetts – $11,985

8. North Dakota – $11,667

9. Vermont – $11,493

10. Indiana – $11,071

11. California – $11,054

12. Maine – $10,913

13. New Hampshire – $10,682

14. Connecticut – $10,639

15. Minnesota – $10,567

16. New Jersey – $10,468

17. Pennsylvania – $10,262

18. Ohio – $10,202

19. Nebraska – $10,192

20. Louisiana – $10,148

Health care spending varies greatly, with geographic location playing a crucial role. U. S. health expenditures are expected to rise significantly, driven by factors such as increased enrollment in Medicare and Medicaid and rising service costs.

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