In 2023, Black adults had the highest obesity rates of any race or ethnicity in the United States, followed by American Indians/Alaska Natives and Hispanics. As of that time, around ** percent of all Black adults were obese. Asians/Pacific Islanders had by far the lowest obesity rates. Obesity in the United States Obesity is a present and growing problem in the United States. An astonishing ** percent of the adult population in the U.S. is now considered obese. Obesity rates can vary substantially by state, with around ** percent of the adult population in West Virginia reportedly obese, compared to ** percent of adults in Colorado. The states with the highest rates of obesity include West Virginia, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Diabetes Being overweight and obese can lead to a number of health problems, including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Being overweight or obese is one of the most common causes of type 2 diabetes, a condition in which the body does not use insulin properly, causing blood sugar levels to rise. It is estimated that just over ***** percent of adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for ***** percent of all deaths.

In 2023, around ** percent of all adult Hispanics in Texas were obese. In the United States, processed foods are often cheaper than fresh foods, which can impact those with lower income and lead to more weight gain. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Texas in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 49 percent of all Black adults in Louisiana were obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Louisiana in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of all white adults in Massachusetts were obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Massachusetts in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, some ** percent of the adult Black population in West Virginia were obese. Being obese tends to run within families and the likelihood for children to be overweight or obese increases if the parent has weight problems. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in West Virginia in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 43 percent of all Black adults in Virginia were obese. Children are often the principal target for fast food advertisements, which can influence their food choices and diet. Childhood obesity is an ever-increasing problem worldwide. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Virginia in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 41 percent of all Black adults in Maryland were obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Maryland in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of all adult Hispanics in North Carolina were obese. Gaining weight occurs when a person intakes more energy in calories than one uses. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in North Carolina in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 39 percent of all adult Hispanics in Illinois were obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Illinois in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of all adult Hispanics in Florida were obese. Many states with high obesity rates are also prone to low physical activity rates. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Florida in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 33 percent of all adult Hispanics in Nevada were obese. Gallstones occur in the gallbladder and consist of mostly cholesterol. Those that are obese have an increased risk of developing this condition. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Nevada in 2023, by race/ethnicity

In 2023, some ** percent of the white population in the District of Columbia was obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in the District of Columbia in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 39 percent of all Black adults in Washington were obese. Being obese can increase the risk of a variety of health problems including heart disease and diabetes. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in the State of Washington in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 36 percent of all adult Hispanics in California were obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in California in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of all adult Hispanics in Connecticut were obese. Prevention of being obese can be undertaken through health eating of more fruits and vegetables and little to no total fats and sugars. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Connecticut in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of adult Hispanics in Arizona were obese. The risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes increases in those who are obese. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Arizona in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, some ** percent of all Black adults in Mississippi were obese. Extra weight due to being obese can put extra strain on joints which can lead to osteoarthritis. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Mississippi in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of all adult Hispanics in New Mexico were obese. The majority of people with diabetes type II are also overweight or obese. This disease can lead to a variety of other chronic diseases. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in New Mexico in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around 36 percent of white adults in Alabama were obese. Obesity can increase risk of developing many chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Alabama in 2023, by race/ethnicity.

In 2023, around ** percent of all adult Hispanics in Utah were obese. Those living in lower socio-economic groups have a tendency to buy more processed foods due to costs. This statistic depicts the obesity rates for adults in Utah in 2023, by race/ethnicity.