Figure C
Southern states make up six of the 10 states with the highest uninsured rate: Percentage of people with no health insurance coverage in 2022
| State | Uninsured Rate |
|---|---|
| Texas | 16.6% |
| Oklahoma | 11.7% |
| Georgia | 11.7% |
| Wyoming | 11.5% |
| North Carolina | 11.3% |
| Florida | 11.2% |
| Nevada | 11.1% |
| Alaska | 11% |
| Mississippi | 10.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, Table HI-05: Health Insurance Coverage Status and Type of Coverage by State and Age for All Persons: 2022.
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