Gallup: More Americans say they can’t afford healthcare

Healthcare affordability in the U.S. has hit a four-year low, with 11% of adults—about 29 million people—unable to afford necessary care or medication in the past three months, according to a Gallup and West Health survey. Over one-third of respondents said they couldn’t afford quality treatment if needed today. Access disparities worsened, particularly among Black, Hispanic, and low-income populations. Only 51% of Americans feel financially secure in accessing care—a drop of five points since 2021, and much steeper for minority groups. One in four people earning under $24,000 annually is now considered “cost desperate.” Driving factors include inflation, Medicaid disenrollments, and drug shortages. Meanwhile, Americans borrowed an estimated $74 billion last year to cover healthcare costs. As Congressional Republicans consider Medicaid cuts, patient advocates warn of catastrophic consequences. Though federal steps have targeted surprise billing and medical debt, access to affordable care remains out of reach for millions.

08-04-2025

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