Arthritis Data and Statistics

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Arthritis-Related Statistics
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Find basic statistics about arthritis, such as prevalence, disabilities and limitations, quality of life, and costs.

National Statistics
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The CDC combined data from the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) years 2013–2015 Sample Adult Core components.

State Statistics

The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is the best source for state-specific arthritis prevalence estimates. BRFSS is a state-based, random-digit-dialed telephone survey of the noninstitutionalized, civilian US population.

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Cost Statistics

Arthritis has a profound economic, personal, and societal impact in the United States. In 2013, the total national arthritis-attributable medical care costs and earnings losses among adults with arthritis were $303.5 billion.

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Health Disparities
Arthritis Case Definitions
Comorbidities
Disabilities and Limitations
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Fast Facts About Arthritis
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Page last reviewed: January 10, 2022
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Population Health