2024 United States Demographics | Data & Analysis
Ready-to-use reports, analytics, and visualizations covering the population of United States, including population, race, income, and more. Based on 2024 American Community Survey Estimates.
United States Key Demographic Statistics (2024 Estimates)
Key demographic statistics for United States summarized from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates
United States 2024 Population: Age & Gender Distribution
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the total population of United States is 340,110,990. The median age of the population in United States is 39.2 years. The median age for males is 38.1 years, and for females it is 40.3 years.
The age distribution of the population in United States by age group is as follows:
| Age Group | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 5.40% |
| 5–17 years (children) | 16.04% |
| 18–24 years (young adults) | 9.19% |
| 25–34 years | 13.58% |
| 35–54 years | 25.52% |
| 55–64 years | 12.26% |
| 65 years and over (seniors) | 18.01% |
The total dependency ratio in United States is 65.15. The youth dependency ratio is 35.41, and the old-age dependency ratio is 29.74. In demographic terms, the dependency ratio measures the size of the population typically not in the labor force (children under 18 and older adults 65+) relative to the working age (18-64) population. A higher ratio indicates a greater financial and social burden on the working population to support the non-working age groups.
For more detailed reports, explore the demographics for each of the most populated states in United States, including California (39,431,263), Texas (31,290,831), and Florida (23,372,215).
What is the Racial and Ethnic Breakdown of United States?
The racial makeup and ethnic composition (racial demographics) of United States is detailed below, based on the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates.
The Diversity Index for United States is calculated at 62.36, suggesting a high level of racial and ethnic diversity. This index measures the probability that two people chosen at random will be from different racial or ethnic groups.
The following table provides the breakdown of the population of United States by race and ethnicity:
| Racial/Ethnic Group | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White Alone (Non-Hispanic) | 56.27% |
| Hispanic or Latino (Any Race) | 20.00% |
| Black/African American Alone | 11.75% |
| Asian Alone | 6.19% |
| Two or More Races | 4.56% |
| Some Other Race Alone | 0.54% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native Alone | 0.52% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Alone | 0.17% |
United States 2024 Demographics: Household Income Distribution
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the median household income in United States over the past 12 months, adjusted for 2024 inflation, was $81,604. This figure is based on a total of 132,737,146 households.
The distribution of household income in United States across various income brackets is as follows:
| Income Range | Percentage of Households |
|---|---|
| Less than $20,000 | 11.15% |
| $20,000 to $34,999 | 9.53% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.89% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.64% |
| $75,000 to $149,999 | 30.39% |
| $150,000 or more | 23.40% |
The states with the highest median household income in United States are District of Columbia ($109,707), Massachusetts ($104,828), and New Jersey ($104,294).
United States 2024 Demographics: Property Value Distribution
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the distribution of property values for owner-occupied housing units in United States is based on a total of 86,635,506 properties.
The property value distribution in United States across various value brackets is as follows:
| Property Value Range | Percentage of Properties |
|---|---|
| Less than $25,000 | 2.88% |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2.13% |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 5.17% |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 13.25% |
| $200,000 to $499,999 | 44.81% |
| $500,000 to $999,999 | 28.03% |
| $1,000,000 or more | 3.72% |
Educational Attainment in United States (2024 Data)
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the educational attainment data covers the population 25 years and older in United States, totaling 235,910,719 individuals.
A significant portion of the population, 89.92%, has attained a high school diploma or higher. Furthermore, the percentage of individuals who hold a Bachelor's Degree or a higher professional/graduate degree is 36.85%.
The detailed breakdown by educational level is presented below:
| Educational Attainment Level | Percentage of Population 25+ |
|---|---|
| Less than high school graduate | 10.08% |
| High school graduate (incl. equivalency) | 25.73% |
| Some college or associate's degree | 27.34% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22.14% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 14.71% |
What is the Health Insurance Coverage Rate in United States?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the health insurance coverage data for United States shows that 8.2% of the population lacks health insurance coverage. This represents 27,479,253 individuals out of a total population of 335,190,522 people.
The uninsured rates vary significantly by age group. Young adults (18-34 years) have uninsured rates of 16.1% for males and 12.0% for females. In the 35-64 age bracket, 10.9% of males and 8.6% of females are uninsured.
Children under 18 and seniors aged 65+ generally have higher coverage rates due to public programs like Medicaid/CHIP and Medicare. In United States, uninsured rates for children are 6.1% for males and 5.9% for females, while seniors have rates of 0.9% for males and 0.8% for females.
| Age Group | Male Uninsured % | Female Uninsured % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6.1% | 5.9% |
| 18-34 years | 16.1% | 12.0% |
| 35-64 years | 10.9% | 8.6% |
| 65+ years | 0.9% | 0.8% |
United States 2024 Population by Nativity and Citizenship Status
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the nativity and citizenship data for United States shows that 92.8% of the population are U.S. citizens. This includes both native-born and naturalized citizens, representing 315,714,107 individuals out of a total population of 340,110,990 people.
The nativity breakdown reveals diverse origins: 83.5% were born in the United States, 0.6% were born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas, and 1.1% were born abroad of American parent(s).
Among the foreign-born population, 7.6% of the total population have become naturalized U.S. citizens (25,837,975 individuals), while 7.2% are non-citizens (24,396,883 individuals).
| Nativity/Citizenship Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Born in the United States | 83.5% |
| Born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas | 0.6% |
| Born abroad of American parent(s) | 1.1% |
| U.S. citizen by naturalization | 7.6% |
| Not a U.S. citizen | 7.2% |
| Total U.S. Citizens | 92.8% |
United States 2024 Demographics: Means of Transportation to Work
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the commuting patterns for United States show that 78.4% of workers commute by car, truck, or van. This represents 129,643,168 workers out of a total workforce of 165,360,450 people.
Public transportation usage stands at 3.7% (6,097,425 workers), which includes buses, subways, light rail, commuter trains, and ferries, but excludes taxicabs. Active transportation methods include walking (2.4%) and bicycling (0.5%).
13.3% of workers in United States report working from home. An additional 1.7% use other means such as taxicabs, motorcycles, or other forms of transportation. These alternative commuting patterns reflect changing work arrangements and transportation preferences in the modern workforce.
| Transportation Method | Percentage | Number of Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Car, truck, or van | 78.4% | 129,643,168 |
| Public transportation | 3.7% | 6,097,425 |
| Bicycle | 0.5% | 803,184 |
| Walked | 2.4% | 4,048,560 |
| Taxicab, motorcycle, or other means | 1.7% | 2,741,742 |
| Worked from home | 13.3% | 22,026,371 |
| Total Workers | - | 165,360,450 |
United States 2024 Demographics: Employment by Class of Worker
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the civilian employed population aged 16 and over in United States totals 167,292,666 workers. Of these, 87,340,386 (52.2%) are male and 79,952,280 (47.8%) are female.
The employment distribution by class of worker in United States is as follows:
| Employment Class | Male Workers | Female Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Private For-Profit | 65,682,056 (39.3%) | 51,785,989 (31.0%) |
| Private Non-Profit | 5,235,213 (3.1%) | 9,976,641 (6.0%) |
| Government (All Levels) | 10,505,516 (6.3%) | 13,919,244 (8.3%) |
| • Local Government | 4,997,598 | 7,817,407 |
| • State Government | 2,972,539 | 4,058,397 |
| • Federal Government | 2,535,379 | 2,043,440 |
| Self-Employed | 5,743,285 (3.4%) | 4,127,989 (2.5%) |
Class of worker categorizes employed civilians by their employment arrangement. Private sector workers are employed by for-profit or non-profit companies. Government workers include those employed at local, state, or federal levels. Self-employed workers operate their own unincorporated businesses. Understanding the class of worker distribution provides insights into the economic structure and employment diversity of United States.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The age breakdown for the population of United States is detailed below, showing the percentage of the total population for each group:
| Age Group | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 5.40% |
| 5–17 years (children) | 16.04% |
| 18–24 years (young adults) | 9.19% |
| 25–34 years | 13.58% |
| 35–54 years | 25.52% |
| 55–64 years | 12.26% |
| 65 years and over (seniors) | 18.01% |