America’s uninsured rate held at 8% in 2025. That’s about to change
The uninsured rate in the United States remained stable at approximately 8% throughout 2025, according to new data from the CDC. However, this stability is expected to be short-lived due to significant policy changes. The Trump administration's alterations to Medicaid and the expiration of certain Affordable Care Act subsidies are projected to increase the number of uninsured individuals by millions over the next decade. AI