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NC DHHS Division of Public Health

Uninsured: Percent of North Carolina population under age 65 without health insurance (Total) - SAHIE

Current Value

11.2%

2022

Definition

Story Behind the Curve

Small Area Health Insurance Estimates (SAHIE) are reported annually by the U.S. Census Bureau.

North Carolina expanded Medicaid eligibility on December 1, 2023, extending coverage to adults ages 19-64 with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty line, estimated to benefit around 600,000 people. 

2022 data suggested that North Carolina was 11.2% uninsured with the target being 8%.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

  • From 2014-2020, data were only available for uninsured White/Black/Hispanic populations.
  • Uninsured data for "All Other Races" were available only for the years 2021 & 2022.
  • The 2023 data release has ben delayed and is not anticipated until summer 2025.

 

 

Indicator Notes

Definition:

Individuals who did not have health insurance coverage for the entire calendar year. [US Census]

Why is this Important?

Access to affordable, quality health care positively impacts individual health and well-being. Health insurance is the most common means of accessing affordable health care.

Uninsured individuals may be unable to access affordable health insurance. Lack of health insurance can result in poor health outcomes and create financial burdens, further impacting health and well-being.  [HNC2030]

Additional Information:

  • In 2023 the “Uninsured” data source changed from SCHS to SAHIE.
  • Only White/Black/Hispanic data available for 2014-2020.
  • Only 2021 & 2022 data available for "All Other Race" group

References and Links:

HNC-REPORT-FINAL-Spread2.pdf

Small Area Health Insurance Estimates (SAHIE) Program (census.gov)

 
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