U.S. workers are staying in unwanted jobs for health insurance
Summary
Many U.S. workers stay in jobs they do not like to keep their health insurance, a situation called "job lock." This affects nearly 23 million adults, especially women and people with chronic health problems, who face high medical costs and stress.Key Facts
- About 23 million U.S. workers remain in unwanted jobs to keep health insurance.
- Nearly half (48%) of workers who see healthcare as a big financial burden stay in their jobs because of insurance.
- Over half (53%) of workers with high stress from healthcare costs also stay in unwanted jobs.
- Workers with chronic health conditions are more likely to experience job lock (29%) than those without (17%).
- Women face this issue more than men: 30% of women vs. 20% of men stay in jobs due to insurance needs.
- Health insurance costs are rising, with some employers increasing premiums by up to 10%.
- About 5 million Americans lost health insurance in 2026 after President Trump’s administration did not extend Affordable Care Act subsidies.
- The study is based on a Gallup survey of more than 5,600 adults conducted from October to December 2025.
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