North American Community Hub Statistics
Women live longer than men in the United States for at least 5 years. This statement remains accurate in 2026 and is supported by every major national mortality dataset. The difference is not marginal, not recent, and not explained by a single factor. It is the result of long-term patterns in biology, behavior, healthcare use, … Read more
Many people recover from minor falls without a lasting effect on survival, while a hip fracture, serious head injury or extended period of immobility can mark the start of a major decline. The outcome depends on the injury, age, frailty, heart and lung health, cognitive status, mobility before the fall and how quickly treatment begins. … Read more
According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 estimates, over 55 million Americans were aged 65 or older. That figure represents about 16.5% of the total U.S. population at the time. Of this group, over 6.3 million were aged 85 and above, a number projected to rise significantly in the coming decades. By 2050, the number … Read more
The average retirement age in the United States is between 61 and 62, based on recent surveys of people who have already retired. Americans who are still working generally expect to retire later, at age 65 or 66. None of these figures represents a mandatory retirement age. Americans can stop working whenever their finances allow. … Read more
About 8,350 people die on an average day in the United States. That equals roughly 348 deaths every hour, six every minute, and one death about every 10 seconds. The calculation is based on around 3.05 million deaths recorded in the latest national data available in 2026. The total remains provisional while the Centers for … Read more
From 1950 to 2024, life expectancy in the United States has seen a substantial rise, evolving from an average of around 68 years to just over 79 years. This growth signifies improvements in healthcare, lifestyle, and overall mortality rates over the decades. In 2024, the life expectancy in the U.S. is projected to be approximately … Read more
Earlier this year, the annual World Happiness Report revealed that, for the first time ever, the U.S. didn’t make it into the top 20 happiest countries. Now, a new report highlights another concerning trend: the U.S. is lagging behind other high-income nations when it comes to health and well-being. A recent report from the Bloomberg … Read more
The latest “United States Life Tables 2018” report from NCHS reveals the rich history of life expectancy in the U.S., spanning from 1900 to 2018. In 1900, the average life expectancy at birth was a mere 47.3 y ears. Fast forward to 2018, and it has significantly increased to 78.7 years. This report highlights the … Read more
The year 2017 marked a significant period for public health in the United States, as mortality rates showed troubling trends, especially regarding life expectancy and death rates across various demographics. According to the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS), the overall life expectancy for the U.S. population fell slightly to 78.6 years, down from 78.7 years … Read more