what percentage of the us is obese

According to multiple sources, the percentage of adults in the US who are obese is around 42-43% . This means that almost half of all adults in the US have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, which is considered obese. The percentage of adults who are overweight, including those who are obese, is even higher, at around 73-74% . Rates of obesity are higher for certain groups, including non-Hispanic Black adults, Hispanic adults, and adults aged 40-59 years. Rates of childhood obesity are also increasing, with around 19% of young people aged 2-19 having obesity.