Introduction
HIV statistics vary across states in the United States, with some states experiencing higher rates of infection than others. The District of Columbia has the highest HIV rate, with 2,260.4 cases per 100,000 people. Following closely behind are New York, Maryland, Georgia, and Florida, with rates of 761.6, 655.4, 643.5, and 612.5 per 100,000 respectively. On the other end of the spectrum, Wyoming and Montana have the lowest HIV rates among the states, with 73 and 75 cases per 100,000 individuals respectively. It is interesting to note that the states with the highest HIV rates do not necessarily correspond to the states with the largest populations. Factors such as access to healthcare, education, and prevention efforts may contribute to the variations in HIV rates among different states.
Globally, HIV remains a significant public health concern. It is estimated that around 38 million people worldwide are living with HIV as of the latest data. In the United States, the total number of people affected by HIV is approximately 1.2 million. Efforts to raise awareness, promote testing, and provide comprehensive care and support are crucial in combating the spread of HIV and reducing the impact of the disease on affected individuals and communities.
STD Statistics
| # | State | HIV Rate | HIV Cases | HIV Death Rate | STD Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 2,260.4 per 100k | 13,792 | 44.6 per 100k | |
| 2 | New York | 761.6 per 100k | 125,383 | 14.6 per 100k | 736.4 per 100k |
| 3 | Maryland | 655.4 per 100k | 33,425 | 12.6 per 100k | 749.6 per 100k |
| 4 | Georgia | 643.5 per 100k | 57,561 | 10 per 100k | 826.9 per 100k |
| 5 | Florida | 612.5 per 100k | 114,541 | 11.8 per 100k | 672 per 100k |
| 6 | Louisiana | 553 per 100k | 21,380 | 11.8 per 100k | 1,058 per 100k |
| 7 | New Jersey | 467.8 per 100k | 35,136 | 9.5 per 100k | 478.2 per 100k |
| 8 | Nevada | 418.5 per 100k | 11,042 | 6.5 per 100k | 710 per 100k |
| 9 | Delaware | 409 per 100k | 3,439 | 7.4 per 100k | 662.9 per 100k |
| 10 | California | 406 per 100k | 134,381 | 5.4 per 100k | 670.2 per 100k |
| 11 | Texas | 405.3 per 100k | 97,416 | 6.4 per 100k | 676.2 per 100k |
| 12 | South Carolina | 405 per 100k | 17,914 | 5.3 per 100k | 999.8 per 100k |
| 13 | Mississippi | 392 per 100k | 9,713 | 9.7 per 100k | 1,291.4 per 100k |
| 14 | North Carolina | 374.3 per 100k | 33,562 | 6.3 per 100k | 898.3 per 100k |
| 15 | Massachusetts | 353.8 per 100k | 21,047 | 5.2 per 100k | 478.9 per 100k |
| 16 | Connecticut | 345.4 per 100k | 10,569 | 6.9 per 100k | 493.7 per 100k |
| 17 | Alabama | 341.6 per 100k | 14,158 | 6.5 per 100k | 857.2 per 100k |
| 18 | Illinois | 336.8 per 100k | 35,793 | 6.6 per 100k | 799 per 100k |
| 19 | Pennsylvania | 335.1 per 100k | 36,613 | 6.3 per 100k | 559.3 per 100k |
| 20 | Virginia | 331.4 per 100k | 24,046 | 4.6 per 100k | 666.4 per 100k |
| 21 | Tennessee | 313.5 per 100k | 18,207 | 7.3 per 100k | 836.6 per 100k |
| 22 | Rhode Island | 292 per 100k | 2,672 | 5.2 per 100k | 585.5 per 100k |
| 23 | Arizona | 282.9 per 100k | 17,695 | 4.5 per 100k | 756.8 per 100k |
| 24 | Colorado | 269.1 per 100k | 13,249 | 3.4 per 100k | 633.2 per 100k |
| 25 | Missouri | 248.7 per 100k | 12,864 | 4.7 per 100k | 806.5 per 100k |
| 26 | Ohio | 240 per 100k | 23,685 | 4.2 per 100k | 783.5 per 100k |
| 27 | Arkansas | 239.3 per 100k | 6,058 | 4.2 per 100k | 808.9 per 100k |
| 28 | New Mexico | 221.8 per 100k | 3,934 | 4.4 per 100k | 818.4 per 100k |
| 29 | Washington | 220.4 per 100k | 14,303 | 2.8 per 100k | 573.7 per 100k |
| 30 | Indiana | 210.5 per 100k | 11,873 | 3.7 per 100k | 713.1 per 100k |
| 31 | Kentucky | 210.3 per 100k | 7,911 | 4.2 per 100k | 617.6 per 100k |
| 32 | Oregon | 202.4 per 100k | 7,347 | 3.3 per 100k | 542.9 per 100k |
| 33 | Hawaii | 200.4 per 100k | 2,380 | 2.9 per 100k | 612.4 per 100k |
| 34 | Oklahoma | 200.3 per 100k | 6,603 | 4.7 per 100k | 842.9 per 100k |
| 35 | Michigan | 199.4 per 100k | 16,881 | 4.1 per 100k | 690.6 per 100k |
| 36 | Minnesota | 190.4 per 100k | 9,001 | 2 per 100k | 582.5 per 100k |
| 37 | Nebraska | 145.7 per 100k | 2,324 | 1.6 per 100k | 640.1 per 100k |
| 38 | Maine | 141.1 per 100k | 1,661 | 2.2 per 100k | 299.3 per 100k |
| 39 | Kansas | 138.8 per 100k | 3,354 | 1.3 per 100k | 700 per 100k |
| 40 | West Virginia | 136.3 per 100k | 2,089 | 3.3 per 100k | 409.4 per 100k |
| 41 | Wisconsin | 134.4 per 100k | 6,645 | 2 per 100k | 640.2 per 100k |
| 42 | Vermont | 132.6 per 100k | 722 | 2 per 100k | 201.8 per 100k |
| 43 | Utah | 126.1 per 100k | 3,265 | 1.1 per 100k | 427.7 per 100k |
| 44 | Alaska | 121.7 per 100k | 730 | 2.8 per 100k | 990.8 per 100k |
| 45 | New Hampshire | 111.5 per 100k | 1,328 | 1 per 100k | 253.3 per 100k |
| 46 | Iowa | 111.1 per 100k | 2,940 | 2.2 per 100k | 703.9 per 100k |
| 47 | South Dakota | 94.4 per 100k | 693 | 0.7 per 100k | 738.6 per 100k |
| 48 | Idaho | 83.8 per 100k | 1,265 | 1.3 per 100k | 437.5 per 100k |
| 49 | North Dakota | 83.4 per 100k | 526 | 0.8 per 100k | 689.4 per 100k |
| 50 | Montana | 75 per 100k | 687 | 1 per 100k | 549.8 per 100k |
| 51 | Wyoming | 73 per 100k | 356 | 1.4 per 100k | 408.4 per 100k |
States With Highest HIV Rates
The ten states with the highest HIV rates are the District of Columbia, New York, Maryland, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, New Jersey, Nevada, Delaware, and California. The District of Columbia has the highest HIV rate in the US with 2,260.4 cases per 100,000 people. New York has the second highest HIV rate in the US with 761.6 cases per 100,000 people. Maryland follows closely with a rate of 655.4 cases per 100,000 people. Georgia and Florida have rates of 643.5 and 612.5 cases per 100,000 people respectively. Louisiana has the sixth highest HIV rate with 553 cases per 100,000 people. New Jersey has the seventh highest HIV rate in the UW with 467.8 cases per 100,000 people. Nevada has a rate of 418.5 cases per 100,000 people. Delaware has the ninth highest HIV rate with 409 cases per 100,000 people. Lastly, California has the tenth highest HIV rate with 406 cases per 100,000 people.
The ten states with the highest HIV rates are:
1. District of Columbia – 2,260.4 per 100k
2. New York – 761.6 per 100k
3. Maryland – 655.4 per 100k
4. Georgia – 643.5 per 100k
5. Florida – 612.5 per 100k
6. Louisiana – 553 per 100k
7. New Jersey – 467.8 per 100k
8. Nevada – 418.5 per 100k
9. Delaware – 409 per 100k
10. California – 406 per 100k
Highest HIV Rate in US
The District of Columbia having the highest HIV rate in the US, with 2,260.4 cases per 100,000 people, can be attributed to several factors. One significant factor is the high prevalence of socioeconomic disparities in the region. These disparities often lead to limited access to quality healthcare, prevention programs, and education about HIV transmission and prevention methods. Additionally, the District of Columbia has a concentrated urban population, which can contribute to the rapid spread of infectious diseases like HIV. The district also faces unique challenges related to poverty, drug use, and a high population density, all of which can contribute to a higher HIV transmission rate.
States With Lowest HIV Rates
The ten states with the lowest HIV rates are Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, Idaho, South Dakota, Iowa, New Hampshire, Alaska, Utah, and Vermont. Wyoming has the lowest HIV rate in the US with 73 cases per 100,000 people. Montana has the second lowest HIV rate in the US with 75 cases per 100,000 people. North Dakota follows closely behind with a rate of 83.4 per 100,000, and Idaho has a slightly higher rate of 83.8 per 100,000. South Dakota has the fifth lowest HIV rate in the US with 94.4 cases per 100,000, while Iowa’s rate is 111.1 per 100,000. New Hampshire has the seventh lowest HIV rate with 111.5 cases per 100,000, and Alaska’s rate is 121.7 per 100,000. Utah has the ninth lowest rate in the US with 126.1 cases per 100,000 people. Finally, Vermont has the tenth lowest HIV rate in the US with 132.6 cases per 100,000 people.
The ten states with the lowest HIV rates are:
1. Wyoming – 73 per 100k
2. Montana – 75 per 100k
3. North Dakota – 83.4 per 100k
4. Idaho – 83.8 per 100k
5. South Dakota – 94.4 per 100k
6. Iowa – 111.1 per 100k
7. New Hampshire – 111.5 per 100k
8. Alaska – 121.7 per 100k
9. Utah – 126.1 per 100k
10. Vermont – 132.6 per 100k
Lowest HIV Rate in US
Wyoming has the lowest HIV rate in the United States, with only 73 cases per 100,000 people. There are several factors that contribute to this low rate. Firstly, Wyoming has a relatively small population compared to other states, which can reduce the overall number of HIV cases. Additionally, the state has implemented effective HIV prevention strategies, including comprehensive education programs that promote safe sex practices and raise awareness about the importance of regular testing.
HIV Statistics by State
Alabama
HIV Rate
341.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#17
HIV Cases
14,158
Ranked in the US
#20
HIV Death Rate
6.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#13
857.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#6
Alabama has an HIV rate of 341.6 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 14,158 HIV cases and has an HIV death rate of 6.5 per 100,000. Alabama also experiences a high STD rate of 857.2 per 100,000.
Alaska
HIV Rate
121.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#44
HIV Cases
730
Ranked in the US
#46
HIV Death Rate
2.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#36
990.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#4
Alaska has an HIV rate of 121.7 per 100,000 individuals, making it the eighth state with the lowest HIV rate in the US. The state has 730 individuals living with HIV, and the HIV death rate is 2.8 per 100,000 individuals. However, Alaska has a very high STD rate of 990.8 per 100,000 individuals.
Arizona
HIV Rate
282.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#23
HIV Cases
17,695
Ranked in the US
#17
HIV Death Rate
4.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#25
756.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#15
Arizona has an HIV rate of 282.9 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 17,695 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.5 per 100,000. Additionally, Arizona experiences a relatively high STD rate of 756.8 per 100,000.
Arkansas
HIV Rate
239.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#27
HIV Cases
6,058
Ranked in the US
#33
HIV Death Rate
4.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#27
808.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#11
Arkansas has an HIV rate of 239.3 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 6,058 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.2 per 100,000. Additionally, Arkansas experiences a high STD rate of 808.9 per 100,000.
California
HIV Rate
406 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#10
HIV Cases
134,381
Ranked in the US
#1
HIV Death Rate
5.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#18
670.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#27
California has the tenth highest HIV rate in the US, standing at 406 cases per 100,000. The state has the highest number of reported HIV cases, totaling 134,381, but has a comparatively lower HIV death rate of 5.4 per 100,000. California also faces a moderate STD rate of 670.2 per 100,000 individuals.
Colorado
HIV Rate
269.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#24
HIV Cases
13,249
Ranked in the US
#22
HIV Death Rate
3.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#32
633.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#32
Colorado has an HIV rate of 269.1 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 13,249 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 3.4 per 100,000. Colorado faces a moderate STD rate of 633.2 per 100,000 individuals.
Connecticut
HIV Rate
345.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#16
HIV Cases
10,569
Ranked in the US
#26
HIV Death Rate
6.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#11
493.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#41
Connecticut has an HIV rate of 345.4 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 10,569 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 6.9 per 100,000. Additionally, Connecticut faces a relatively high STD rate of 493.7 per 100,000 individuals.
Delaware
HIV Rate
409 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#9
HIV Cases
3,439
Ranked in the US
#35
HIV Death Rate
7.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#9
662.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#29
Delaware is the ninth state with the highest HIV rate with 409 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 3,439 HIV cases and has a death rate of 7.4 per 100,000. Delaware also experiences a relatively high STD rate of 662.9 per 100,000.
District of Columbia
HIV Rate
2,260.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#1
HIV Cases
13,792
Ranked in the US
#21
HIV Death Rate
44.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#1
The District of Columbia has the highest HIV rate in the US with 2,260.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. It has a total of 13,792 reported HIV cases, with a death rate of 44.6 per 100,000 and a high STD rate of 736.4 per 100,000.
Florida
HIV Rate
612.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#5
HIV Cases
114,541
Ranked in the US
#3
HIV Death Rate
11.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#4
672 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#26
Florida has the fifth highest HIV rate with 612.5 cases per 100,000 people. The state has a large number of reported HIV cases, totaling 114,541, and a death rate of 11.8 per 100,000. Additionally, Florida experiences a relatively high STD rate of 672 per 100,000 individuals.
Georgia
HIV Rate
643.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#4
HIV Cases
57,561
Ranked in the US
#5
HIV Death Rate
10 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#6
826.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#9
Georgia has the fourth highest HIV rate in the US with 643.5 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has a significant number of HIV cases, with 57,561 reported, and a death rate of 10 per 100,000. Georgia also faces a high STD rate of 826.9 per 100,000.
Hawaii
HIV Rate
200.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#33
HIV Cases
2,380
Ranked in the US
#40
HIV Death Rate
2.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#35
612.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#34
Hawaii has an HIV rate of 200.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 2,380 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 2.9 per 100,000. Additionally, Hawaii experiences a moderate STD rate of 612.4 per 100,000.
Idaho
HIV Rate
83.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#48
HIV Cases
1,265
Ranked in the US
#45
HIV Death Rate
1.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#45
437.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#44
Idaho has an HIV rate of 83.8 per 100,000 individuals, making it the fourth state with the lowest HIV rate in the US. The state has 1,265 individuals living with HIV, and the HIV death rate is 1.3 per 100,000 individuals. Idaho also has a high STD rate of 437.5 per 100,000 individuals.
Illinois
HIV Rate
336.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#18
HIV Cases
35,793
Ranked in the US
#7
HIV Death Rate
6.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#12
799 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#13
Illinois has an HIV rate of 336.8 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 35,793 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 6.6 per 100,000. Additionally, Illinois faces a relatively high STD rate of 799 per 100,000 individuals.
Indiana
HIV Rate
210.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#30
HIV Cases
11,873
Ranked in the US
#24
HIV Death Rate
3.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#31
713.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#19
Indiana has an HIV rate of 210.5 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 11,873 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 3.7 per 100,000. Indiana also faces a moderate STD rate of 713.1 per 100,000 individuals.
Iowa
HIV Rate
111.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#46
HIV Cases
2,940
Ranked in the US
#38
HIV Death Rate
2.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#38
703.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#21
Iowa has an HIV rate of 111.1 per 100,000 individuals, making it the sixth state with the lowest HIV rate in the US. In Iowa, there are 2,940 individuals living with HIV, and the state's HIV death rate is 2.2 per 100,000 individuals. The state also has a high STD rate of 703.9 per 100,000 individuals.
Kansas
HIV Rate
138.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#39
HIV Cases
3,354
Ranked in the US
#36
HIV Death Rate
1.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#46
700 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#22
Kansas has an HIV rate of 138.8 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 3,354 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 1.3 per 100,000. Additionally, Kansas experiences a moderate STD rate of 700 per 100,000.
Kentucky
HIV Rate
210.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#31
HIV Cases
7,911
Ranked in the US
#29
HIV Death Rate
4.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#28
617.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#33
Kentucky has an HIV rate of 210.3 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 7,911 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.2 per 100,000. Additionally, Kentucky experiences a moderate STD rate of 617.6 per 100,000.
Louisiana
HIV Rate
553 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#6
HIV Cases
21,380
Ranked in the US
#13
HIV Death Rate
11.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#5
1,058 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#2
Louisiana has the sixth highest HIV rate in the US, standing at 553 cases per 100,000. The state reports 21,380 HIV cases and has a death rate of 11.8 per 100,000. Louisiana also faces a significantly high STD rate of 1,058 per 100,000.
Maine
HIV Rate
141.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#38
HIV Cases
1,661
Ranked in the US
#43
HIV Death Rate
2.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#39
299.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#48
Maine has an HIV rate of 141.1 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 1,661 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 2.2 per 100,000. Maine faces a relatively lower STD rate of 299.3 per 100,000.
Maryland
HIV Rate
655.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#3
HIV Cases
33,425
Ranked in the US
#10
HIV Death Rate
12.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#3
749.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#16
Maryland has the third highest HIV rate in the US, standing at 655.4 cases per 100,000. The state reports 33,425 HIV cases and has a death rate of 12.6 per 100,000. Additionally, Maryland faces a relatively high STD rate of 749.6 per 100,000 individuals.
Massachusetts
HIV Rate
353.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#15
HIV Cases
21,047
Ranked in the US
#14
HIV Death Rate
5.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#20
478.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#42
Massachusetts has an HIV rate of 353.8 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has reported 21,047 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 5.2 per 100,000. Massachusetts experiences a lower STD rate compared to some other states, with 478.9 per 100,000.
Michigan
HIV Rate
199.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#35
HIV Cases
16,881
Ranked in the US
#18
HIV Death Rate
4.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#30
690.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#23
Michigan has an HIV rate of 199.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 16,881 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.1 per 100,000. Additionally, Michigan experiences a moderate STD rate of 690.6 per 100,000.
Minnesota
HIV Rate
190.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#36
HIV Cases
9,001
Ranked in the US
#28
HIV Death Rate
2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#40
582.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#36
Minnesota has an HIV rate of 190.4 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 9,001 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 2 per 100,000. Minnesota faces a relatively lower STD rate of 582.5 per 100,000.
Mississippi
HIV Rate
392 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#13
HIV Cases
9,713
Ranked in the US
#27
HIV Death Rate
9.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#7
1,291.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#1
Mississippi has an HIV rate of 392 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 9,713 HIV cases and has an HIV death rate of 9.7 per 100,000. Mississippi also experiences a remarkably high STD rate of 1,291.4 per 100,000.
Missouri
HIV Rate
248.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#25
HIV Cases
12,864
Ranked in the US
#23
HIV Death Rate
4.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#22
806.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#12
Missouri has an HIV rate of 248.7 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 12,864 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.7 per 100,000. Additionally, Missouri experiences a high STD rate of 806.5 per 100,000.
Montana
HIV Rate
75 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#50
HIV Cases
687
Ranked in the US
#49
HIV Death Rate
1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#48
549.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#39
Montana has the second lowest HIV rate in the US with 75 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has 687 individuals living with HIV, and its HIV death rate is 1 per 100,000 individuals. Montana also has a high STD rate of 549.8 per 100,000 individuals.
Nebraska
HIV Rate
145.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#37
HIV Cases
2,324
Ranked in the US
#41
HIV Death Rate
1.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#43
640.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#31
Nebraska has an HIV rate of 145.7 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 2,324 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 1.6 per 100,000. Nebraska experiences a moderate STD rate of 640.1 per 100,000.
Nevada
HIV Rate
418.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#8
HIV Cases
11,042
Ranked in the US
#25
HIV Death Rate
6.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#14
710 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#20
Nevada has the eighth highest HIV rate in the US with 418.5 cases per 100,000 people. The state has reported 11,042 HIV cases and has a death rate of 6.5 per 100,000. Additionally, Nevada faces a moderate STD rate of 710 per 100,000 individuals.
New Hampshire
HIV Rate
111.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#45
HIV Cases
1,328
Ranked in the US
#44
HIV Death Rate
1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#49
253.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#49
New Hampshire has the seventh lowest HIV rate in the US with 111.5 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has 1,328 individuals living with HIV, and the HIV death rate is 1 per 100,000 individuals. New Hampshire has a low STD rate of 253.3 per 100,000 individuals.
New Jersey
HIV Rate
467.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#7
HIV Cases
35,136
Ranked in the US
#8
HIV Death Rate
9.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#8
478.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#43
New Jersey is the seventh state with the highest HIV rate with 467.8 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has reported 35,136 HIV cases and has a death rate of 9.5 per 100,000. New Jersey experiences a relatively lower STD rate of 478.2 per 100,000.
New Mexico
HIV Rate
221.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#28
HIV Cases
3,934
Ranked in the US
#34
HIV Death Rate
4.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#26
818.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#10
New Mexico has an HIV rate of 221.8 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 3,934 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.4 per 100,000. New Mexico also faces a high STD rate of 818.4 per 100,000.
New York
HIV Rate
761.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#2
HIV Cases
125,383
Ranked in the US
#2
HIV Death Rate
14.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#2
736.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#18
New York is the second state with the highest HIV rate with 761.6 cases per 100,000 people. The state has a significant number of HIV cases, totaling 125,383, with a relatively low HIV death rate of 14.6 per 100,000. However, it also experiences a high STD rate of 672 per 100,000 individuals.
North Carolina
HIV Rate
374.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#14
HIV Cases
33,562
Ranked in the US
#9
HIV Death Rate
6.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#16
898.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#5
North Carolina has an HIV rate of 374.3 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 33,562 HIV cases and has an HIV death rate of 6.3 per 100,000. North Carolina also faces a relatively high STD rate of 898.3 per 100,000 individuals.
North Dakota
HIV Rate
83.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#49
HIV Cases
526
Ranked in the US
#50
HIV Death Rate
0.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#50
689.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#24
North Dakota has the third lowest HIV rate in the US with 83.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. In North Dakota, there are 526 individuals living with HIV, and the state's HIV death rate is 0.8 per 100,000 individuals. The state has a high STD rate of 689.4 per 100,000 individuals.
Ohio
HIV Rate
240 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#26
HIV Cases
23,685
Ranked in the US
#12
HIV Death Rate
4.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#29
783.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#14
Ohio has an HIV rate of 240 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 23,685 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.2 per 100,000. Ohio also faces a high STD rate of 783.5 per 100,000 individuals.
Oklahoma
HIV Rate
200.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#34
HIV Cases
6,603
Ranked in the US
#32
HIV Death Rate
4.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#23
842.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#7
Oklahoma has an HIV rate of 200.3 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 6,603 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.7 per 100,000. Oklahoma also faces a high STD rate of 842.9 per 100,000.
Oregon
HIV Rate
202.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#32
HIV Cases
7,347
Ranked in the US
#30
HIV Death Rate
3.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#33
542.9 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#40
Oregon has an HIV rate of 202.4 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 7,347 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 3.3 per 100,000. Oregon faces a relatively lower STD rate of 542.9 per 100,000 individuals.
Pennsylvania
HIV Rate
335.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#19
HIV Cases
36,613
Ranked in the US
#6
HIV Death Rate
6.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#17
559.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#38
Pennsylvania has an HIV rate of 335.1 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 36,613 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 6.3 per 100,000. Pennsylvania experiences a moderate STD rate of 559.3 per 100,000.
Rhode Island
HIV Rate
292 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#22
HIV Cases
2,672
Ranked in the US
#39
HIV Death Rate
5.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#21
585.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#35
Rhode Island has an HIV rate of 292 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 2,672 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 5.2 per 100,000. Rhode Island also faces a moderate STD rate of 585.5 per 100,000.
South Carolina
HIV Rate
405 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#12
HIV Cases
17,914
Ranked in the US
#16
HIV Death Rate
5.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#19
999.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#3
South Carolina also has an HIV rate of 405 cases per 100,000 people. The state has reported 17,914 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 5.3 per 100,000. Additionally, South Carolina faces a significantly high STD rate of 999.8 per 100,000 individuals.
South Dakota
HIV Rate
94.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#47
HIV Cases
693
Ranked in the US
#48
HIV Death Rate
0.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#51
738.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#17
South Dakota has the fifth lowest HIV rate in the US with 94.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has 693 individuals living with HIV, and its HIV death rate is 0.7 per 100,000 individuals. However, South Dakota has a high STD rate of 738.6 per 100,000 individuals.
Tennessee
HIV Rate
313.5 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#21
HIV Cases
18,207
Ranked in the US
#15
HIV Death Rate
7.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#10
836.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#8
Tennessee has an HIV rate of 313.5 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 18,207 HIV cases and has an HIV death rate of 7.3 per 100,000. Tennessee also experiences a high STD rate of 836.6 per 100,000.
Texas
HIV Rate
405.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#11
HIV Cases
97,416
Ranked in the US
#4
HIV Death Rate
6.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#15
676.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#25
Texas has an HIV rate of 405.3 cases per 100,000 individuals, with a total of 97,416 reported HIV cases. The state has an HIV death rate of 6.4 per 100,000 and a relatively high STD rate of 676.2 per 100,000.
Utah
HIV Rate
126.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#43
HIV Cases
3,265
Ranked in the US
#37
HIV Death Rate
1.1 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#47
427.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#45
Utah has the ninth lowest HIV rate in the US with 126.1 cases per 100,000 individuals. In Utah, there are 3,265 individuals living with HIV, and the HIV death rate is 1.1 per 100,000 individuals. Utah also has a relatively low STD rate of 427.7 per 100,000 individuals.
Vermont
HIV Rate
132.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#42
HIV Cases
722
Ranked in the US
#47
HIV Death Rate
2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#41
201.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#50
Vermont has the tenth lowest HIV rate in the US with 132.6 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state has 722 individuals living with HIV, and the HIV death rate is 2 per 100,000 individuals. Vermont has a low STD rate of 201.8 per 100,000 individuals.
Virginia
HIV Rate
331.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#20
HIV Cases
24,046
Ranked in the US
#11
HIV Death Rate
4.6 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#24
666.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#28
Virginia has an HIV rate of 331.4 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 24,046 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 4.6 per 100,000. Additionally, Virginia faces a moderate STD rate of 666.4 per 100,000.
Washington
HIV Rate
220.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#29
HIV Cases
14,303
Ranked in the US
#19
HIV Death Rate
2.8 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#37
573.7 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#37
Washington has an HIV rate of 220.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 14,303 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 2.8 per 100,000. Washington experiences a relatively lower STD rate of 573.7 per 100,000.
West Virginia
HIV Rate
136.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#40
HIV Cases
2,089
Ranked in the US
#42
HIV Death Rate
3.3 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#34
409.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#46
West Virginia has an HIV rate of 136.3 cases per 100,000 people. The state reports 2,089 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 3.3 per 100,000. West Virginia faces a relatively lower STD rate of 409.4 per 100,000.
Wisconsin
HIV Rate
134.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#41
HIV Cases
6,645
Ranked in the US
#31
HIV Death Rate
2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#42
640.2 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#30
Wisconsin has an HIV rate of 134.4 cases per 100,000 individuals. The state reports 6,645 HIV cases and an HIV death rate of 2 per 100,000. Additionally, Wisconsin experiences a moderate STD rate of 640.2 per 100,000.
Wyoming
HIV Rate
73 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#51
HIV Cases
356
Ranked in the US
#51
HIV Death Rate
1.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#44
408.4 per 100k
Ranked in the US
#47
Wyoming has the lowest HIV rate in the US with 73 cases per 100,000 individuals. In Wyoming, there are 356 individuals living with HIV, and the state has a low HIV death rate of 1.4 per 100,000 individuals. However, the state has a high STD rate of 408.4 per 100,000 individuals.
FAQs
How many people have HIV in the US ?
About 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV.
What state has the highest HIV rate ?
The state with the highest HIV rate is the District of Columbia, with a rate of 2,260.4 cases per 100,000 people.
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