Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps

What to know

The 2024 Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps for 49 states, the District of Columbia (DC), and three U.S. territories show the proportion of adults with obesity. These maps are based on self-reported weight and height from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). Maps are also presented by location, age, and race and ethnicity (Updated December 3, 2025). Addressing obesity through early prevention among children and young adults, as well as providing treatment for individuals of all ages, is important for improving overall health and reducing health care costs.
Color coded US map showing state prevalence of adult obesity. Data used for the map is on a chart on this page.

Overview

The CDC 2024 Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps for 49 states, the District of Columbia, and three U.S. territories show the proportion of adults with a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2 based on self-reported weight and height. Data are presented by location, age, race and ethnicity, and education level. The data come from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, an ongoing state-based, telephone interview survey conducted by CDC and state health departments.

The 2024 maps show that obesity impacts some groups more than others. There are notable differences by individual characteristics, including by location, age, education level, and race, and ethnicity.

See adult BMI categories.

Keep in Mind

Preventing and treating obesity is important for health and well-being. These new data highlight the need for obesity prevention and treatment efforts from childhood into adulthood. This includes providing access to and promoting healthy foods, safe places for physical activity, and evidence-based health care services including lifestyle interventions and FDA-approved medications.

Read more about what can be done.

By location across states and territories

In 2024, all U.S. states and territories had an obesity prevalence of 25% or higher (at least 1 in 4 adults). Overall, the Midwest (35.9%) and South (34.5%) had the highest prevalence of obesity, followed by the West (30.2%) and the Northeast (30.3%).

  • Eight states and the District of Columbia had an obesity prevalence between 25% and less than 30%.
  • 22 states had an obesity prevalence between 30% and less than 35%.
  • 17 states, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands had an obesity prevalence between 35% and less than 40%.
  • Two states (Mississippi and West Virginia), and Guam had an obesity prevalence of 40% or greater.

In 2024, the prevalence of adult obesity varied by age. Middle-aged adults (ages 40-59 years) are about 30% more likely to have obesity than younger adults (ages 18-39 years) and 25% more likely to have obesity than older adults (ages 60 and older). The number of states and territories with an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher is:

  • 6 states and 1 territory among adults aged 18–39 years.
  • 43 states and 3 territories among adults aged 40–59 years.
  • 4 states among adults aged 60 years and older.

Combined BRFSS data from 2022–2024 show notable differences in adult obesity prevalence by race and ethnicity. Among states, territories, or DC with enough data, the number with an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher is:

  • Asian adults: 0 (among 39 states, 1 territory, and DC)
  • White adults: 17 (among 47 states, 2 territories, and DC)
  • Hispanic adults: 33 (among 47 states, 3 territories, and DC)
  • American Indian or Alaska Native adults: 36 (among 46 states)
  • Black adults: 41 (among 47 states, 1 territory, and DC)

In 2024, the prevalence of adult obesity, in general, decreased as education level increased.

  • 37.6% of adults without a high school diploma or equivalent had obesity.
  • 35.4% of adults with a high school diploma or equivalent had obesity.
  • 35.7% of adults with some college education had obesity.
  • 27.3% of college graduates had obesity.

Map: Overall Obesity

Color-coded U.S. map showing prevalence of self-reported obesity among adults by state and territory. See map details in table below.
In 2024, at least 1 in 4 adults in all U.S. states and territories had obesity.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2024

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Adult obesity by age

Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among adults aged 18–39 years by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
In 2024, seven geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for adults aged 18–39 years.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Adults Aged 18–39 Years by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2024

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Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among adults aged 40–59 years by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
In 2024, forty-six geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for adults aged 40–59 years.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Adults Aged 40–59 Years by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2024

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Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among adults aged 60 years and older by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
In 2024, fourteen geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for adults aged 60 years and older.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Adults Aged 60 Years and Older by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2024

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Obesity by race and ethnicity

Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among non-Hispanic Asian adults by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
No U.S. geographic area had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for non-Hispanic Asian adults.

Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Non-Hispanic Asian Adults by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2022–2024.

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Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among non-Hispanic White adults by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
In 2024, seventeen geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for non-Hispanic White adults

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Non-Hispanic White Adults by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2022–2024.

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Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among Hispanic adults by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
Thirty-three geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for Hispanic adults.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Hispanic Adults by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2022–2024.

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Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native adults by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
Thirty-six geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native adults.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native Adults, by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2022–2024.

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Color-coded U.S. map showing the prevalence of self-reported obesity among non-Hispanic Black adults by state and territory. See map details in the table below.
Forty-one geographic areas had an obesity prevalence of 35% or higher for non-Hispanic Black adults.

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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

*Sample size <50, the relative standard error (dividing the standard error by the prevalence) ≥30%, or no data in a specific year.

Table: Prevalence of Obesity Based on Self-Reported Weight and Height Among Non-Hispanic Black Adults by State and Territory, BRFSS, 2022–2024.

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For more information on using respectful images and person-first language when discussing obesity and other chronic diseases, see the Guidelines for Media Portrayals of Individuals Affected by Obesity.

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Suggested citation

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps. U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services; 2025.

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