States ranked by employer-sponsored health coverage

Becker's Healthcare November 5, 2024
Mackenzie Bean

Utah had the highest percentage of residents covered under employer-sponsored health plans last year, according to an analysis from KFF.

KFF used data from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, which polls 1% of the U.S. population and provides accurate state-level health insurance coverage estimates. Respondents report their current insurance status and are categorized into a single insurance type based on specific criteria.

Employer-sponsored insurance includes coverage through a current or former employer or union, either as a policyholder or dependent.

Nationwide, 48.6% of Americans were covered under employer-sponsored health plans in 2023. Here’s how each state and Washington, D.C., ranked.

Note: The list includes ties.