Are Americans Living Longer Under Donald Trump? What the Data Shows
Summary
Life expectancy in the United States has increased to 79 years in 2024, reaching its highest level recorded. This rise follows a sharp decline during the COVID-19 pandemic, with improvements linked to lower death rates from diseases and fewer drug overdoses.Key Facts
- Life expectancy in the U.S. dropped to about 76.4 years in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- By 2024, life expectancy rose to 79.0 years, the highest recorded in the country.
- The increase reflects reduced deaths from heart disease, cancer, and drug overdoses.
- Obesity rates in the U.S. have declined from 39.9% in 2022 to 36.4% in 2026.
- Americans are eating less processed food; processed food calorie intake dropped from 56% in 2017-2018 to 53% in 2021-2023.
- Sales of organic food rose by 7% in 2025.
- Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy mentioned the reversal of a 30-year decline in longevity at an RNC event.
- Experts say longevity improvements result from many long-term factors, not just recent policies.
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