Census Data Shows Rising Uninsured Rates Across Hundreds of U.S. Counties
· Texas Border Business
Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau's Small Area Health Insurance Estimates (SAHIE) reveals a troubling trend in health insurance coverage. Between 2023 and 2024, the number of counties with uninsured individuals under 65 increased by 427, while only 65 counties saw a decrease. In 2024, 41.4% of U.S. counties reported uninsured rates below 10%, a drop from 46.3% in 2023. The median uninsured rate across counties rose to 9.8%. Notably, uninsured rates among working-age adults and children varied significantly, with working-age women generally having lower rates than men. For detailed statistics, visit the U.S. Census Bureau's resources.
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