Around ** percent of the global adult population suffered from diabetes in 2024 - by the year 2050 this number is expected to rise to ** percent. Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, refers to a group of metabolic disorders that result in chronic high blood sugar levels. Diabetes can lead to serious health complications, such as cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke, and is now among the top ten leading causes of death worldwide. Prevalence Diabetes is a global problem affecting many countries. China currently has the largest number of diabetics worldwide, with some *** million people suffering from the disease. However, the highest prevalence of diabetes is found in Pakistan, followed by the Marshall Islands and Kuwait. Rates of diabetes have increased in many countries in recent years, as have rates of obesity, one of the leading risk factors for the disease. Outlook It is predicted that diabetes will continue to be a problem in the future. Africa is expected to see a *** percent increase in the number of diabetics in the region from 2024 to 2050, while North America and the Caribbean are expected to see an increase of ** percent. In 2050, China is predicted to be the country with the highest number of diabetics worldwide, with the United States accounting for the fourth-highest number.
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United States US: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data was reported at 10.790 % in 2017. United States US: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data is updated yearly, averaging 10.790 % from Dec 2017 (Median) to 2017, with 1 observations. United States US: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s USA – Table US.World Bank: Health Statistics. Diabetes prevalence refers to the percentage of people ages 20-79 who have type 1 or type 2 diabetes.; ; International Diabetes Federation, Diabetes Atlas.; Weighted average;
This dataset contains information on the total proportion of adults diagnosed with diabetes, collected from the system of health-related telephone surveys, the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), conducted in more than 400,000 patients, from 50 states in the US, the District of Columbia and three US territories.
In 2023, the prevalence of diagnosed diabetes in the United States among people aged 18 and over amounted to *** percent. This was an increase from *** percent in the year 2000. How many people in the United States have diabetes? It was estimated that in 2023, almost **** million people in the United States had been diagnosed with diabetes. The number of people living with diabetes has increased over the past few decades, with only **** million people living with diabetes in the year 1980. Diabetes in the United States is more common among older adults, with around ** percent of those aged 60 years and older diagnosed with diabetes, compared to ** percent of those aged 40 to 59 years. Leading diabetic states In 2023, the U.S. states with the highest prevalence of diagnosed diabetes were West Virginia, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Just over ** percent of adults in West Virginia had diabetes that year. In Utah, just under ***** percent of adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, the lowest share in the United States.
Diabetes prevalence in Massachusetts has been steadily increasing.
From 2017 to March 2020, the prevalence of diabetes was highest among those with lower incomes, with around ** percent of those who earned *** percent or less of the federal poverty level suffering from diabetes. This statistic shows the prevalence of diabetes in the U.S. from 2017 to March 2020, by family income relative to the federal poverty level (FPL).
This statistic represents the prevalence of physician-diagnosed diabetes among the U.S. population aged 20 years and older, in the period 2015-2018, sorted by ethnicity. In that period, **** percent of the non-Hispanic black population in the U.S. over the age of ** had been diagnosed with diabetes.
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Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) in United States was reported at 13.7 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. United States - Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.
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BackgroundData on the future diabetes burden in Scandinavia is limited. Our aim was to project the future burden of diabetes in Sweden by modelling data on incidence, prevalence, mortality, and demographic factors.MethodTo project the future burden of diabetes we used information on the prevalence of diabetes from the national drug prescription registry (adults ≥20 years), previously published data on relative mortality in people with diabetes, and population demographics and projections from Statistics Sweden. Alternative scenarios were created based on different assumptions regarding the future incidence of diabetes.ResultsBetween 2007 and 2013 the prevalence of diabetes rose from 5.8 to 6.8% in Sweden but incidence remained constant at 4.4 per 1000 (2013). With constant incidence and continued improvement in relative survival, prevalence will increase to 10.4% by year 2050 and the number of afflicted individuals will increase to 940 000. Of this rise, 30% is accounted for by changes in the age structure of the population and 14% by improved relative survival in people with diabetes. A hypothesized 1% annual rise in incidence will result in a prevalence of 12.6% and 1 136 000 cases. Even with decreasing incidence at 1% per year, prevalence of diabetes will continue to increase.ConclusionWe can expect diabetes prevalence to rise substantially in Sweden over the next 35 years as a result of demographic changes and improved survival among people with diabetes. A dramatic reduction in incidence is required to prevent this development.
The dataset consists of 19 variables on 403 subjects from 1046 subjects who were interviewed in a study to understand the prevalence of obesity, diabetes, and other cardiovascular risk factors in central Virginia for African Americans.
It was estimated that as of 2023, around **** million people in the United States had been diagnosed with diabetes. The number of people diagnosed with diabetes in the U.S. has increased in recent years and the disease is now a major health issue. Diabetes is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for ******percent of all deaths. What is prediabetes? A person is considered to have prediabetes if their blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. As of 2021, it was estimated that around ** million men and ** million women in the United States had prediabetes. However, according to the CDC, around ** percent of these people do not know they have this condition. Not only does prediabetes increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but also increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. The states with the highest share of adults who had ever been told they have prediabetes are California, Hawaii, and New Mexico. The prevalence of diabetes in the United States As of 2023, around *** percent of adults in the United States had been diagnosed with diabetes, an increase from ****percent in the year 2000. Diabetes is much more common among older adults, with around ** percent of those aged 60 years and older diagnosed with diabetes, compared to just ****percent of those aged 20 to 39 years. The states with the highest prevalence of diabetes among adults are West Virginia, Mississippi, and Louisiana, while Utah and Colorado report the lowest rates. In West Virginia, around ** percent of adults have been diagnosed with diabetes.
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Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) in Lebanon was reported at 12.3 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Lebanon - Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.
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Georgia GE: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data was reported at 7.110 % in 2017. Georgia GE: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data is updated yearly, averaging 7.110 % from Dec 2017 (Median) to 2017, with 1 observations. Georgia GE: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Georgia – Table GE.World Bank: Health Statistics. Diabetes prevalence refers to the percentage of people ages 20-79 who have type 1 or type 2 diabetes.; ; International Diabetes Federation, Diabetes Atlas.; Weighted average;
Diabetes prevalence is projected to increase across all world regions by 2050, with the Middle East and North Africa expected to face the highest rates at 21 percent. This alarming trend highlights the growing global health challenge posed by diabetes, which already affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide and strains healthcare systems. Global impact and economic burden The number of diabetics globally is set to rise from nearly 589 million in 2024 to around 853 million by 2050. This surge in cases is accompanied by a significant economic burden, with global expenditures for diabetes treatment expected to grow from about 1.02 trillion U.S. dollars in 2024 to approximately 1.04 trillion U.S. dollars by 2050. The United States alone is projected to spend around 404.5 billion U.S. dollars on diabetes-related healthcare in 2024, underscoring the massive financial implications of this chronic condition. Regional disparities and future outlook While the Middle East and North Africa region is projected to have the highest diabetes prevalence by 2050, other regions will also see substantial increases. Africa is expected to experience a 142 percent rise in diabetic cases from 2024 to 2050, despite having the lowest prevalence among world regions. China is anticipated to remain the country with the highest number of diabetics, reaching approximately 168 million cases by 2050. Notably, Pakistan is forecast to surpass the United States in terms of diabetic population by mid-century, reflecting shifting global health dynamics and the need for targeted interventions in developing nations.
This dataset provides diabetes prevalence estimates by county and sex for the prevalence of diagnosed, undiagnosed, and total diabetes, as well as rates of diagnosis and effective treatment for 1999-2012. The dataset contains estimates for all states and counties, the District of Columbia, and the United States as a whole.
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Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) in Palestine was reported at 15.5 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Palestine - Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.
Number and percentage of Canadians aged 20 to 79 with diabetes, prediabetes, as well as diabetes awareness, pharmaceutical treatment and glycemic control among those with diabetes by age group and sex.
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New: Diabetes prevalence data is from the Canadian Chronic Disease Surveillance System (CCDSS). Diabetes crude prevalence in Nova Scotia. Includes the following data fields: Management Zone, Sex, Age Group, Population, Diabetes Count, Crude Prevalence Rate %
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Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) in Italy was reported at 7.7 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Italy - Diabetes prevalence (% of population ages 20 to 79) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.
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Germany DE: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data was reported at 6.900 % in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 5.300 % for 2011. Germany DE: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data is updated yearly, averaging 6.100 % from Dec 2011 (Median) to 2021, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 6.900 % in 2021 and a record low of 5.300 % in 2011. Germany DE: Diabetes Prevalence: % of Population Aged 20-79 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Germany – Table DE.World Bank.WDI: Social: Health Statistics. Diabetes prevalence refers to the percentage of people ages 20-79 who have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It is calculated by adjusting to a standard population age-structure.;International Diabetes Federation, Diabetes Atlas.;Weighted average;
Around ** percent of the global adult population suffered from diabetes in 2024 - by the year 2050 this number is expected to rise to ** percent. Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, refers to a group of metabolic disorders that result in chronic high blood sugar levels. Diabetes can lead to serious health complications, such as cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke, and is now among the top ten leading causes of death worldwide. Prevalence Diabetes is a global problem affecting many countries. China currently has the largest number of diabetics worldwide, with some *** million people suffering from the disease. However, the highest prevalence of diabetes is found in Pakistan, followed by the Marshall Islands and Kuwait. Rates of diabetes have increased in many countries in recent years, as have rates of obesity, one of the leading risk factors for the disease. Outlook It is predicted that diabetes will continue to be a problem in the future. Africa is expected to see a *** percent increase in the number of diabetics in the region from 2024 to 2050, while North America and the Caribbean are expected to see an increase of ** percent. In 2050, China is predicted to be the country with the highest number of diabetics worldwide, with the United States accounting for the fourth-highest number.