Published 1 day ago on October 22, 2025 By Ryan Bellefontaine Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Shale Crescent USA Ranked: The Lowest Cost Energy Sources Key Takeaways Shale Crescent USA natural gas is the lowest in the industrialized world at $15.7/BOE, while imported gas in Europe and Asia is $74–$75/BOE. Shale Crescent USA is the states of Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, and is the 3rd largest producing region in the world. Regional basis discounts can translate into lower operating and feedstock costs for manufacturers. Energy costs drive manufacturing competitiveness and capital flows. A like-for-like comparison between different energy forms helps reveal where the lowest-cost energy sits today. This graphic, in partnership with Shale Crescent USA, shows how major fuels stack up by price in $/BOE (Barrel of Oil Energy Equivalent)—with Shale Crescent natural gas ranking the lowest—using data from the EIA, Barchart.com, and NRG. How Shale Crescent USA Gas Stakes Its Cost Edge This table shows the 2025 average $/BOE comparison for each energy source featured in the graphic. Energy Source$/BOE Shale Crescent USA Natural Gas15.7 U.S. Natural Gas (NYMEX)20.4 Global Coal21.4 Asia Natural Gas (JKM)75.0 Oil - WTI (West Texas)67.8 Oil - Brent Crude (UK)71.3 Europe Natural Gas (TTF)74.6 On a $/BOE basis, Shale Crescent USA natural gas at $15.7 sits far below Asia’s JKM price of $75.0/BOE and Europe’s TTF at $74.6/BOE, reflecting a lack of supply, transport, and import dynamics. Supply abundance, pipeline access, proximity to markets, and modern drilling keep delivered costs low. The Shale Crescent regional hubs clear under national benchmarks because of regional basis discounts. For the past decade, prices in the Shale Crescent have been substantially lower than other U.S. and global markets. Consequently, manufacturers and power generation can capture lower fuel and feedstock costs by locating near Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania’s abundant supply. Benchmarking Against Global Fuels Across the country, prices remain elevated compared to the Shale Crescent. U.S. Natural Gas (NYMEX) prints at $20.4 and global coal at $21.4. Meanwhile, oil benchmarks price materially higher than U.S. gas on a BOE basis: WTI is $67.8 and Brent is $71.3 per barrel. What This Means for Manufacturers Lower and more stable inputs support expansions in energy-intensive sectors. Therefore, projects near Shale Crescent gas can lock in a durable cost advantage. The closer energy intensive consumers can be to supply, the better pricing they will receive. The abundance of in-basin supply, dense pipeline and storage networks, and proximity to major customers drive structurally lower delivered costs, making the Shale Crescent USA a natural home for energy-intensive manufacturing. It is the only location in the world at scale where a manufacturer can locate on top of the fuel supply and be in the center of customers. No other location in the world has both together. Companies that co-locate can convert persistent basis discounts into better profit margins, shorter supply chains, and faster ramp up, thanks to existing industrial infrastructure and sites, and a skilled workforce. Build With Us Today Related Topics: #oil #natural gas #coal #Gas #ohio #West Virginia #Pennsylvania #Shale crescent #Brent Crude Click for Comments var disqus_shortname = "visualcapitalist.disqus.com"; var disqus_title = "Ranked: The Lowest Cost Energy Sources"; var disqus_url = "https://www.visualcapitalist.com/sp/sc01-ranked-the-lowest-cost-energy-sources/"; var disqus_identifier = "visualcapitalist.disqus.com-183419"; More from Shale Crescent USA Energy1 week ago Who is Growing? U.S. Natural Gas Leaders Which U.S. regions lead natural gas production growth? See why the Shale Crescent is now fueling millions more homes and factories. Energy2 weeks ago Visualized: Where is the Most Natural Gas Production? See how natural gas production stacks up globally and why the Shale Crescent ranks third—a strategic edge for U.S. manufacturing. Energy1 month ago Shale Crescent USA: A World-Class Manufacturing Region Shale Crescent USA brings energy, customers, and infrastructure together in one region, helping manufacturers reduce costs as reshoring accelerates. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join 375,000+ email subscribers: *Sign Up

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The Fastest Shrinking Jobs in America by 2034 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Routine clerical roles like data entry clerks and payroll clerks are projected to see some of the steepest percentage declines due to automation. Customer-facing jobs such as cashiers and bank tellers are among the largest absolute job losses, reflecting the shift to digital self-serve technologies. America’s labor market is undergoing a transformation as automation, artificial intelligence, and digitalization reshape the workplace. To see where technology will have the most impact, we’ve visualized the fastest shrinking jobs in America by 2034, based on projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Data & Discussion This data comes from the BLS Employment Projections (EP) program, which projects employment changes across hundreds of occupations from 2024 to 2034. In our graphic, the fastest shrinking jobs are ranked by their absolute losses, with percentage declines included for context. OccupationEmployment change (%)Employment change Cashiers-9.9%-313,600 Office clerks-6.7%-177,800 Customer service reps-5.5%-153,700 Accounting & auditing clerks-5.8%-94,300 Fast food cooks-13.5%-90,300 Retail supervisors-5%-72,300 Inventory clerks-7.7%-66,300 Bank tellers-12.9%-44,900 Data entry clerk-25.9%-36,700 Hand packers-5.4%-32,200 Food prep workers-3.4%-30,900 Secretaries (excl. legal and medical)-1.6%-30,800 Correctional officers-7.8%-30,100 Childcare workers-2.9%-29,200 Elementary school teachers-2%-27,900 Payroll clerks-16.7%-27,000 Computer support specialists-3.7%-27,000 Metalworking machine operators-12.1%-21,100 Teaching assistants (excl. post-secondary)-1.5%-21,100 Retail salespersons-0.5%-19,600 Survey interviewers-11.6%-19,100 Computer numerically controlled tool operators-10.7%-19,000 Claims adjusters & investigators-5.1%-18,200 Office & administrative support workers-7.8%-18,100 Secondary school teachers-1.6%-17,800 Bill & account collectors-10.5%-17,500 Agricultural laborers-3.3%-16,800 Waiters & waitresses-0.7%-16,300 Order clerks-17.2%-15,400 General laborer (manufacturing)-8.9%-15,000 Automation Hits Routine Roles Hardest The steepest percentage losses are concentrated in office-based clerical roles. Data entry clerks, for example, are projected to decline by 25.9%, the largest percentage drop among all occupations. Payroll clerks follow closely with a 16.7% decrease, while bank tellers also see double-digit declines. These jobs involve repetitive, rule-based tasks that can be automated by software or AI systems, reducing the need for human input. U.S. companies driving this wave of automation include ServiceNow (ticker: NOW), UiPath (ticker: PATH), and Workday (ticker: WDAY). Retail and Service Jobs Face Large Absolute Losses Cashiers are expected to see the biggest total job losses as checkout systems, mobile ordering, and self-pay kiosks expand. Similarly, customer service representatives and retail supervisors are projected to shrink by over 150,000 and 70,000 positions respectively. According to the Census Bureau, the retail industry supports over a quarter of U.S. jobs, meaning this trend could have a major impact on society. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Which Jobs Are Safest From AI? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: The Median Age in Every Country This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Africa is the world’s youngest region, with 21 countries (representing 790M people) having a median age of under 20. Asia has a mix of both very old and very young countries, ranging from Japan (median age of 50) to Afghanistan (median age of 20). The world’s population is aging, but not evenly. While some regions are growing older at an alarming pace, others remain remarkably young. In this graphic, we map the median age in every country, showing where populations are oldest and youngest around the globe. Median age measures the midpoint of a population’s age distribution. In other words, it’s where half the people are younger and half are older. This is different from a mean average, which sums all ages and divides by the total number of people, making it more affected by very young or old individuals. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from the World Factbook. Note that the median age of the world is around 30.9 years. CountryRegionMedian Age Saint HelenaAfrica45 MauritiusAfrica40 SeychellesAfrica39 TunisiaAfrica34 MoroccoAfrica31 South AfricaAfrica30 AlgeriaAfrica29 Cabo VerdeAfrica29 BotswanaAfrica27 DjiboutiAfrica26 LibyaAfrica26 EswatiniAfrica25 EgyptAfrica24 LesothoAfrica24 NamibiaAfrica23 ComorosAfrica23 MauritaniaAfrica22 Equatorial GuineaAfrica22 GabonAfrica22 GhanaAfrica21 EritreaAfrica21 MadagascarAfrica21 ZimbabweAfrica21 Cote d'IvoireAfrica21 KenyaAfrica21 Sao Tome & PrincipeAfrica21 RwandaAfrica21 TogoAfrica21 Republic of the CongoAfrica21 Central African RepublicAfrica20 EthiopiaAfrica20 MalawiAfrica20 GambiaAfrica20 LiberiaAfrica20 GuineaAfrica19 Sierra LeoneAfrica19 NigeriaAfrica19 SudanAfrica19 SenegalAfrica19 TanzaniaAfrica19 SomaliaAfrica19 CameroonAfrica19 South SudanAfrica19 Burkina FasoAfrica19 ZambiaAfrica18 BurundiAfrica18 Guinea-BissauAfrica18 MozambiqueAfrica17 BeninAfrica17 DRCAfrica17 ChadAfrica17 MaliAfrica16 AngolaAfrica16 UgandaAfrica16 NigerAfrica15 JapanAsia50 Hong KongAsia47 South KoreaAsia46 TaiwanAsia45 MacauAsia43 RussiaAsia42 ThailandAsia42 ChinaAsia40 SingaporeAsia39 ArmeniaAsia39 GeorgiaAsia38 North KoreaAsia36 AzerbaijanAsia34 Sri LankaAsia34 VietnamAsia33 BruneiAsia32 KazakhstanAsia32 MaldivesAsia32 MalaysiaAsia32 IndonesiaAsia32 MongoliaAsia32 TurkmenistanAsia31 BurmaAsia31 BhutanAsia31 IndiaAsia30 BangladeshAsia30 UzbekistanAsia29 KyrgyzstanAsia28 CambodiaAsia28 NepalAsia28 PhilippinesAsia26 LaosAsia25 PakistanAsia23 TajikistanAsia23 Papua New GuineaAsia22 Timor-LesteAsia21 AfghanistanAsia20 Saint BarthelemyCentral America & the Caribbean47 Puerto RicoCentral America & the Caribbean46 Virgin IslandsCentral America & the Caribbean43 CubaCentral America & the Caribbean43 BarbadosCentral America & the Caribbean41 Cayman IslandsCentral America & the Caribbean41 Sint MaartenCentral America & the Caribbean41 ArubaCentral America & the Caribbean41 Saint LuciaCentral America & the Caribbean40 Saint Kitts & NevisCentral America & the Caribbean39 Trinidad & TobagoCentral America & the Caribbean39 British Virgin IslandsCentral America & the Caribbean39 CuracaoCentral America & the Caribbean38 Saint Vincent & the GrenadinesCentral America & the Caribbean38 AnguillaCentral America & the Caribbean37 DominicaCentral America & the Caribbean37 MontserratCentral America & the Caribbean37 Turks & Caicos IslandsCentral America & the Caribbean36 Costa RicaCentral America & the Caribbean36 GrenadaCentral America & the Caribbean35 Saint MartinCentral America & the Caribbean34 Antigua & BarbudaCentral America & the Caribbean34 PanamaCentral America & the Caribbean32 JamaicaCentral America & the Caribbean31 The BahamasCentral America & the Caribbean31 El SalvadorCentral America & the Caribbean30 Dominican RepublicCentral America & the Caribbean29 NicaraguaCentral America & the Caribbean29 BelizeCentral America & the Caribbean27 HondurasCentral America & the Caribbean26 HaitiCentral America & the Caribbean25 GuatemalaCentral America & the Caribbean25 MonacoEurope57 AndorraEurope49 ItalyEurope48 SpainEurope47 GermanyEurope47 GreeceEurope47 PortugalEurope46 SloveniaEurope46 San MarinoEurope46 RomaniaEurope46 LatviaEurope46 LithuaniaEurope45 BulgariaEurope45 CroatiaEurope45 EstoniaEurope45 GuernseyEurope45 AustriaEurope45 UkraineEurope45 Isle of ManEurope45 HungaryEurope45 Bosnia & HerzegovinaEurope45 LiechtensteinEurope44 CzechiaEurope44 SwitzerlandEurope44 SerbiaEurope44 MaltaEurope44 FinlandEurope43 PolandEurope43 SlovakiaEurope43 FranceEurope43 NetherlandsEurope42 DenmarkEurope42 BelarusEurope42 BelgiumEurope42 SwedenEurope41 MontenegroEurope41 NorwayEurope41 UKEurope41 North MacedoniaEurope41 IrelandEurope40 MoldovaEurope40 LuxembourgEurope40 CyprusEurope40 JerseyEurope38 IcelandEurope38 Faroe IslandsEurope37 GibraltarEurope37 AlbaniaEurope36 KosovoEurope32 LebanonMiddle East36 UAEMiddle East36 QatarMiddle East34 TurkiyeMiddle East34 IranMiddle East34 BahrainMiddle East33 Saudi ArabiaMiddle East32 KuwaitMiddle East30 IsraelMiddle East30 OmanMiddle East27 JordanMiddle East25 SyriaMiddle East24 IraqMiddle East22 YemenMiddle East22 West BankMiddle East22 Gaza StripMiddle East20 Saint Pierre & MiquelonNorth America51 BermudaNorth America44 CanadaNorth America43 U.S.North America39 GreenlandNorth America35 MexicoNorth America31 Cook IslandsOceania41 Cocos IslandsOceania40 AustraliaOceania38 Christmas IslandOceania38 New ZealandOceania38 Wallis and FutunaOceania36 French PolynesiaOceania35 PalauOceania35 New CaledoniaOceania34 Northern Mariana IslandsOceania32 FijiOceania32 GuamOceania30 American SamoaOceania30 MicronesiaOceania28 TuvaluOceania28 NauruOceania28 SamoaOceania27 KiribatiOceania27 TongaOceania26 Marshall IslandsOceania26 Solomon IslandsOceania25 VanuatuOceania25 ChileSouth America37 UruguaySouth America37 BrazilSouth America35 ArgentinaSouth America33 ColombiaSouth America33 SurinameSouth America32 ParaguaySouth America32 VenezuelaSouth America31 PeruSouth America30 GuyanaSouth America28 EcuadorSouth America28 BoliviaSouth America27 Africa Has the Youngest Populations Africa stands out as the youngest region by far, with 21 countries reporting a median age below 20, led by Niger (15), Uganda (16), and Mali (16). Altogether, these 21 countries represent 790 million people. This demographic structure reflects high fertility and improving child survival rates, but also signals future challenges in job creation and education. These youthful populations could shape global labor markets and migration flows in the decades ahead. Europe and East Asia: Aging at Record Speeds On the other hand, Europe and East Asia have some of the oldest populations on the planet. Europe’s oldest include Monaco (57), Italy (48), and Germany (47), while in Asia, Japan (50), Hong Kong (47), and South Korea (46) underscore the region’s demographic decline. Shrinking workforces and rising dependency ratios pose serious challenges in the future, particularly when it comes to healthcare and pensions. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The World’s Fastest Shrinking Countries by Population on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Financing Risk by Country in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Most countries (90) fall in the low-risk category, while 57 countries face high risks in the short term. Low-risk countries include the U.S., Canada, Japan, and most of Western Europe. Emerging markets like India and Brazil fall into the medium-risk category. Financing and commercial risk measures how vulnerable countries are to short-term shocks, ranging from liquidity pressures between companies to disruptions in trade activity. This infographic, based on data from Allianz Trade, visualizes the global landscape of short-term financing and commercial risk as of Q2 2025. The short-term risk ratings measure the risk of non-payment by companies in a given country based on two indicators that track financing flows and disruptions in demand. The Countries With the Lowest and Highest Risk Developed economies and oil-rich nations dominate the low risk bucket of countries, while many emerging markets and conflict-facing countries are in riskier categories. A total of 90 countries fall in the low-risk category, and 57 countries are in the high-risk zone, with others falling into the medium and sensitive-risk brackets. CountryRisk Level AfghanistanHigh BahrainHigh BelarusHigh BoliviaHigh Burkina FasoHigh BurundiHigh Central African RepublicHigh ChadHigh ComorosHigh CongoHigh CubaHigh EgyptHigh Equatorial GuineaHigh EritreaHigh EthiopiaHigh GambiaHigh GhanaHigh GuineaHigh Guinea-BissauHigh IranHigh IraqHigh LaosHigh LesothoHigh LebanonHigh LiberiaHigh LibyaHigh MalawiHigh MaliHigh Marshall IslandsHigh MicronesiaHigh MoldovaHigh MozambiqueHigh MyanmarHigh NauruHigh NepalHigh NigerHigh North KoreaHigh PakistanHigh Papua New GuineaHigh RussiaHigh Sierra LeoneHigh Solomon IslandsHigh SomaliaHigh South SudanHigh Sri LankaHigh SudanHigh SyriaHigh Timor-LesteHigh TongaHigh TunisiaHigh TurkmenistanHigh UkraineHigh VanuatuHigh VenezuelaHigh YemenHigh ZambiaHigh ZimbabweHigh American SamoaLow AndorraLow AnguillaLow AntarcticaLow ArubaLow AustraliaLow AustriaLow AzerbaijanLow BelgiumLow BermudaLow Bouvet IslandLow British Indian Ocean TerritoryLow British Virgin IslandsLow BulgariaLow CanadaLow Cayman IslandsLow ChileLow ChinaLow Christmas IslandLow Cocos (Keeling) IslandsLow Costa RicaLow Czech RepublicLow DenmarkLow Dominican RepublicLow EstoniaLow Falkland IslandsLow FinlandLow FranceLow French GuianaLow French PolynesiaLow GermanyLow GibraltarLow GreenlandLow GrenadaLow GuadeloupeLow GuamLow GuatemalaLow Heard & McDonald IslandsLow Hong KongLow HungaryLow IndonesiaLow IrelandLow JapanLow LiechtensteinLow LuxembourgLow MacaoLow MalaysiaLow MaltaLow MartiniqueLow MayotteLow MonacoLow MontserratLow MoroccoLow NetherlandsLow New CaledoniaLow New ZealandLow Norfolk IslandLow Northern Mariana IslandsLow NorwayLow OmanLow ParaguayLow PeruLow PhilippinesLow Pitcairn IslandsLow Puerto RicoLow QatarLow RéunionLow San MarinoLow Saudi ArabiaLow SingaporeLow SlovakiaLow SloveniaLow South Georgia & Sandwich IslandsLow South KoreaLow SpainLow St. HelenaLow St. MaartenLow Svalbard & Jan MayenLow SwedenLow SwitzerlandLow TaiwanLow ThailandLow TokelauLow Turks & CaicosLow United Arab EmiratesLow United KingdomLow United StatesLow UruguayLow US Minor Outlying IslandsLow US Virgin IslandsLow Vatican CityLow Wallis & FutunaLow AlbaniaMedium AlgeriaMedium BahamasMedium BeninMedium BotswanaMedium BrazilMedium BruneiMedium CambodiaMedium Cape VerdeMedium ColombiaMedium Côte d'IvoireMedium CroatiaMedium CyprusMedium DjiboutiMedium DominicaMedium French Southern TerritoriesMedium GreeceMedium GuyanaMedium HondurasMedium IcelandMedium IndiaMedium IsraelMedium ItalyMedium JamaicaMedium KuwaitMedium LatviaMedium LithuaniaMedium MaldivesMedium MauritiusMedium MexicoMedium NamibiaMedium NiueMedium North MacedoniaMedium PalauMedium PanamaMedium PolandMedium PortugalMedium RwandaMedium São Tomé & PríncipeMedium SerbiaMedium SeychellesMedium St. Kitts & NevisMedium St. LuciaMedium St. Pierre & MiquelonMedium TanzaniaMedium Trinidad & TobagoMedium VietnamMedium AngolaSensitive Antigua & BarbudaSensitive ArgentinaSensitive ArmeniaSensitive BangladeshSensitive BarbadosSensitive BelizeSensitive BhutanSensitive Bosnia & HerzegovinaSensitive CameroonSensitive Congo (Dem. Rep.)Sensitive Cook IslandsSensitive CuraçaoSensitive EcuadorSensitive El SalvadorSensitive EswatiniSensitive FijiSensitive GabonSensitive GeorgiaSensitive JordanSensitive KazakhstanSensitive KenyaSensitive KiribatiSensitive KyrgyzstanSensitive MadagascarSensitive MauritaniaSensitive MongoliaSensitive MontenegroSensitive NicaraguaSensitive NigeriaSensitive RomaniaSensitive SamoaSensitive SenegalSensitive South AfricaSensitive St. Vincent & GrenadinesSensitive SurinameSensitive TajikistanSensitive TogoSensitive TurkeySensitive TuvaluSensitive UgandaSensitive UzbekistanSensitive Countries like the United States, Canada, Germany, and Japan are in the low risk category. Most of Western Europe—including France, Switzerland, and the Nordic nations—also fall into this bracket. In the Asia-Pacific region, China, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea remain anchors of stability, alongside Australia. Meanwhile, emerging markets like Brazil, India, Vietnam, and Mexico face medium risks in the short term. High and Sensitive Risk Regions According to Allianz, 42 countries fall in the sensitive risk category (a rank above medium risk), including Argentina, Bangladesh, South Africa, and more than 15 other African nations. High-risk countries are concentrated in Sub-Saharan Africa, parts of the Middle East, and conflict-affected states such as Ukraine, Syria, and Sudan. These economies could face credit constraints and short-term disruptions in demand and economic activity. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Central Banks Gold Reserves vs. U.S. Treasuries on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: America’s Most Common Drugs by Medicare Spending This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Eliquis tops 2023 Medicare spending at $18.3 billion, more than twice the second-ranked drug (Ozempic). An aging population—and related conditions like blood clots—are reshaping U.S. healthcare costs. The top 35 drugs by Medicare spending are produced by just 20 companies, highlighting the market’s concentration and pricing power. From diabetes injectables to blockbuster blood thinners, a handful of drugs account for a sizable share of Medicare’s pharmacy bill. This visualization ranks the most common drugs by total Medicare spending in 2023, sourced from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services It tracks every claim, dosage, and dollar flowing through Medicare Part D, the federal prescription-drug benefit. Blood Thinners Are America’s Most Common Drug Eliquis (generic name: Apixaban) alone racked up $18.3 billion in Medicare spending in 2023, nearly double the next drug, Ozempic. Alongside Xarelto, anticoagulants accounted for over $24 billion in 2023. RankDrug NameCompanyTotal Medicare Spending (2023)Prevents / Treats 1EliquisBMS Primarycare$18,273,451,967Blood clots 2OzempicNovo Nordisk$9,194,048,435Diabetes, weight loss 3JardianceBoehringer Ing.$8,839,935,063Diabetes 4TrulicityEli Lilly & Co.$7,363,856,224Diabetes 5XareltoJanssen Pharm.$6,309,246,823Blood clots 6Trelegy ElliptaGlaxosmithkline$4,455,884,010COPD 7Humira(Cf) PenAbbvie US LLC$4,419,828,188Arthritis, Crohn's disease 8FarxigaAstrazeneca$4,342,182,307Diabetes 9JanuviaMerck Sharp & D$4,090,836,821Diabetes 10RevlimidCelgene/BMS$3,859,804,789Blood cancers & bone marrow disease 11EntrestoNovartis$3,430,441,590Heart failure 12Lantus SolostarSanofi-Aventis$3,157,233,282Diabetes 13BiktarvyGilead Sciences$3,152,256,269HIV infection 14Stelara*Janssen Biotech*$2,987,778,600Psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn's disease 15XtandiAstellas Pharma$2,601,510,278Prostate cancer 16MyrbetriqAstellas Pharma$2,510,288,600Overactive bladder 17ImbruvicaPharmacyclics,$2,371,893,292Blood cancers 18MounjaroEli Lilly & Co.$2,361,384,157Diabetes, weight loss 19Enbrel SureclickAmgen$2,054,858,499Various kind of arthritis 20IbrancePfizer US Pharm$2,020,903,604Breast cancer 21SymbicortAstrazeneca$2,004,295,918Asthma, COPD 22JakafiIncyte Corporat$1,940,765,069Bone marrow disorders 23Novolog FlexpenNovo Nordisk$1,875,605,627Diabetes 24OfevBoehringer Ing.$1,837,061,150Pulmonary fibrosis 25LinzessAllergan Inc.$1,825,245,843IBS, constipation 26Invega SustennaJanssen Pharm.$1,821,418,393Schizophrenia 27PomalystCelgene/BMS$1,709,288,465Blood cancers 28IngrezzaNeurocrine Bios$1,705,132,723Huntington’s disease 29LenalidomideAmneal Pharmaceuticals / Sun Pharma / Teva Pharmaceuticals$1,681,292,157Blood cancers & bone marrow disease 30RybelsusNovo Nordisk$1,665,906,943Diabetes, weight loss 31RestasisAllergan Inc.$1,501,664,198Chronic dry eye 32CreonAbbvie US LLC$1,466,866,603Pancreatic enzyme replacement 33ArexvyGlaxosmithkline$1,387,933,256RSV prevention 34Breo ElliptaGlaxosmithkline$1,373,600,714Asthma, COPD 35VyndamaxPfizer US Pharm$1,349,659,508Amyloid heart disease Their rise reflects both an aging population and expanding preventative treatment for stroke and atrial fibrillation. With almost four million beneficiaries, Eliquis is prescribed to roughly one in 10 Part D enrollees. Related: See the 25 countries that are projected have the most seniors in 2050. Diabetes and Weight-Loss Therapies Surge in America Four GLP-1 and SGLT2 diabetes drugs—Ozempic, Jardiance, Trulicity, and Farxiga—collectively totaled $29.7 billion. Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic and Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro also double as weight-loss aids, driving demand beyond traditional type-2 diabetes patients. This (sortable table) lists cost per dose for the top 35 drugs. RankDrug NameCompanyGeneric Name# of BeneficiariesMedicare Spending Per Dosage Unit 1EliquisBMS PrimarycareApixaban3,927,848$10 2OzempicNovo NordiskSemaglutide1,464,468$356 3JardianceBoehringer Ing.Empagliflozin1,882,768$20 4TrulicityEli Lilly & Co.Dulaglutide938,731$483 5XareltoJanssen Pharm.Rivaroxaban1,324,165$18 6Trelegy ElliptaGlaxosmithklineFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter1,050,583$11 7Humira(Cf) PenAbbvie US LLCAdalimumab61,474$3,750 8FarxigaAstrazenecaDapagliflozin Propanediol993,909$20 9JanuviaMerck Sharp & DSitagliptin Phosphate843,391$19 10RevlimidCelgene/BMSLenalidomide36,967$878 11EntrestoNovartisSacubitril/Valsartan663,587$12 12Lantus SolostarSanofi-AventisInsulin Glargine,Hum.Rec.Anlog1,198,294$30 13BiktarvyGilead SciencesBictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Ala83,843$133 14Stelara*Janssen Biotech*Ustekinumab22,930$26,818 15XtandiAstellas PharmaEnzalutamide28,658$146 16MyrbetriqAstellas PharmaMirabegron769,978$15 17ImbruvicaPharmacyclics,Ibrutinib17,100$487 18MounjaroEli Lilly & Co.Tirzepatide370,203$540 19Enbrel SureclickAmgenEtanercept34,287$1,812 20IbrancePfizer US PharmPalbociclib16,015$753 21SymbicortAstrazenecaBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate984,400$39 22JakafiIncyte CorporatRuxolitinib Phosphate14,041$298 23Novolog FlexpenNovo NordiskInsulin Aspart588,526$39 24OfevBoehringer Ing.Nintedanib Esylate20,444$221 25LinzessAllergan Inc.Linaclotide565,088$18 26Invega SustennaJanssen Pharm.Paliperidone Palmitate70,988$2,344 27PomalystCelgene/BMSPomalidomide12,739$1,089 28IngrezzaNeurocrine BiosValbenazine Tosylate29,191$268 29LenalidomideAmneal Pharmaceuticals / Sun Pharma / Teva PharmaceuticalsLenalidomide20,403$682 30RybelsusNovo NordiskSemaglutide285,693$32 31RestasisAllergan Inc.Cyclosporine492,479$11 32CreonAbbvie US LLCLipase/Protease/Amylase185,325$9 33ArexvyGlaxosmithklineRsvpref3 Antigen/As01e/PF4,390,151$316 34Breo ElliptaGlaxosmithklineFluticasone/Vilanterol556,799$7 35VyndamaxPfizer US PharmTafamidis7,589$735 Their high list prices—Ozempic averages $356 per dose—illustrate how novel biologics multiply spending even with smaller patient counts. Related: See where Americans skipped going to the doctor (even when they had to) in 2023. Cancer and Autoimmune Biologics are Expensive Drugs Revlimid, Humira, and Stelara each exceed $3 billion despite treating fewer than 100,000 beneficiaries each. Revlimid’s $878 per dose and Stelara’s staggering $26,818 underscore why biologics dominate specialty-drug budgets. Learn More on the Voronoi App Want more health-related data storytelling? Check out Ranked: Countries That Spend the Most Years in Poor Health on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization America’s Millionaires and Billionaires vs. Other Top Countries This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The United States is home to over 6 million millionaires and 867 billionaires—more than the next nine countries combined China ranks second, but with just one-eighth as many millionaires as the U.S Europe remains a stronghold of wealth, with Germany, France, and the UK each hosting hundreds of thousands of high-net-worth individuals The United States has long been a global center of wealth, and the gap between America and the rest of the world continues to widen. From Silicon Valley founders to Wall Street financiers, America’s concentration of millionaires and billionaires far surpasses any other nation. This chart uses data from Henley & Partners to compare the number of U.S. millionaires and billionaires against those in the next nine wealthiest countries. Where Global Wealth Is Concentrated The U.S. hosts more than six million millionaires, accounting for roughly 39% of the world’s millionaire population. It also leads by a wide margin in billionaires—867 in total—greater than China, Germany, and India combined. RankCountryMillionaires (USD 1m+)Billionaires (USD 1bn+) 1 U.S. 6,041,600867 2 China 827,900278 3 Germany 781,90080 4 Japan 714,00044 5 UK 578,40072 6 France 490,80060 7 Australia 391,00052 8 Switzerland 384,90040 9 Canada 378,60054 10 Italy 318,20048 China follows with 827,900 millionaires and 278 billionaires, underscoring the country’s growth in private wealth despite slowing GDP growth in recent years. However, along with the UK, China is expected to lose the most number of millionaires in 2025. Germany leads among European countries, with 781,900 millionaires and 80 billionaires—driven by its strong industrial base and family-owned Mittelstand firms. Furthermore, the UK, France, Switzerland, and Italy continue to anchor wealth within the continent, which collectively houses over 2 million millionaires. America’s Wealth Advantage The dominance of U.S. wealth reflects the scale of its financial markets, entrepreneurship, and innovation economy. Tech founders, asset managers, and corporate leaders have driven a rise in ultra-high-net-worth individuals and wealth flows over the past two decades. While China and Europe have seen growth in wealth creation, the U.S. still commands a disproportionate share of global private capital—and remains home to nearly half of the world’s billionaires. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out How All the Billionaires Made Their Money on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: U.S. States That Spend the Most on Going Out See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Colorado residents spend the most on going out, about $5,600 each year eating out or staying in hotel accommodations. This is the highest in the country, after adjusting for price differences between states. Despite the cost accounting, wealthier states still spend more, suggesting that states with higher incomes have greater discretionary spending. From après-ski dinners in Denver to double espressos in Honolulu, Americans love treating themselves when they go out. But how much they’re willing (and able) to spend varies widely. This chart ranks all 50 states and the District of Columbia by their per-capita spending on food services and accommodation in 2024, after stripping out regional price differences. Data for this visualization comes from Bureau of Economic Analysis. To make states comparable, figures are adjusted for local price levels using BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP) for “Other Services” based on 2023 data. Regions are based on Census Bureau’s methodology. Results are expressed in 2024 dollars. As 2024 category RPPs are not yet published, 2023 is used as a proxy as year-to-year changes in relative price levels are typically small. Where Americans Spend the Most Going Out, by State Topping the list, Colorado residents shell out an average of $5,677 per person, about $1,500 above the U.S. norm. RankStateRegionState CodePer capita spending on food & lodging in 2024 1ColoradoWestCO$5,677 2District of ColumbiaSouthDC$5,661 3HawaiiWestHI$5,412 4AlaskaWestAK$5,126 5CaliforniaWestCA$5,126 6FloridaSouthFL$4,879 7Rhode IslandNortheastRI$4,844 8MassachusettsNortheastMA$4,762 9New YorkNortheastNY$4,607 10MaineNortheastME$4,509 11NevadaWestNV$4,474 12MontanaWestMT$4,415 13DelawareSouthDE$4,395 14North DakotaMidwestND$4,369 15New MexicoWestNM$4,330 16VermontNortheastVT$4,238 17TexasSouthTX$4,222 18WyomingWestWY$4,204 19IllinoisMidwestIL$4,200 20ArizonaWestAZ$4,159 21South DakotaMidwestSD$4,148 22TennesseeSouthTN$4,145 23South CarolinaSouthSC$4,138 24VirginiaSouthVA$4,124 25LouisianaSouthLA$4,084 26New HampshireNortheastNH$4,080 27OregonWestOR$4,069 28ConnecticutNortheastCT$4,062 29MarylandSouthMD$4,016 30New JerseyNortheastNJ$4,015 31GeorgiaSouthGA$3,993 32WashingtonWestWA$3,949 33North CarolinaSouthNC$3,898 34MissouriMidwestMO$3,859 35OklahomaSouthOK$3,790 36NebraskaMidwestNE$3,771 37KansasMidwestKS$3,591 38WisconsinMidwestWI$3,553 39UtahWestUT$3,541 40MinnesotaMidwestMN$3,522 41PennsylvaniaNortheastPA$3,510 42IndianaMidwestIN$3,500 43OhioMidwestOH$3,491 44KentuckySouthKY$3,427 45AlabamaSouthAL$3,403 46MichiganMidwestMI$3,374 47MississippiSouthMS$3,369 48IdahoWestID$3,320 49IowaMidwestIA$3,272 50ArkansasSouthAR$3,140 51West VirginiaSouthWV$3,080 N/AU.S. AverageN/AUSA$4,194 Right behind is the District of Columbia at $5,661, where a dense concentration of restaurants that caters to well-paid professionals. Hawaii ($5,412), Alaska ($5,126), and California ($5,126) round out the five biggest spenders This reflects both tourism-driven economies and higher household incomes, a clear mix of how prosperity and lifestyle intersect. Higher wages provide the discretionary cushion, while vibrant leisure industries offer plenty of ways to spend it. Related: Look at the latest estimates for household income by state. The Midwest Prefers Eating In Regional patterns emerge quickly. Western states lead with an average of $4,446, buoyed by tourism hotspots and hip urban centers. The Northeast follows at $4,292, helped by dense cityscapes like New York and Boston. Meanwhile, Midwestern states average just $3,721, a full $700 below the U.S. average. At the bottom sit West Virginia ($3,080), Arkansas ($3,140), Iowa ($3,272), Idaho ($3,320), and Mississippi ($3,369). Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out the Minimum Wages in All 50 States and 35 Countries, Adjusted for Living Costs on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 7 hours ago on October 20, 2025 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Jennifer West Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Terzo Top Countries Behind U.S. Tariff Revenue Key Takeaways At the beginning of 2025, the United States implemented higher tariff rates on imported goods from many major trading partners. At a trade-weighted tariff rate of 47.3%, nearly one-third of U.S. tariff revenue is collected on imports originating from China. Despite long-standing free trade agreements under NAFTA and later the USMCA, imports from Mexico and Canada now generate the second- and third-highest tariff revenues for the U.S. Tariff rates vary by country, as does the value of goods each nation exports to the U.S. As a result, their contributions to U.S. tariff revenue differ significantly. In this Markets in a Minute graphic, created in partnership with Terzo, we break down which countries generate the most U.S. tariff revenue through imports under the new rates. Top Sources of U.S. Tariff Revenue by Country Amid rapidly shifting trade policies, exact revenue figures are hard to confirm. Global Trade Alert approximated tariff revenue by applying current tariff rates to 2024 import data. The data comprises the country’s top 20 trading partners. Here are the results: ExporterHypothetical Tariff Revenue ($ billions) China205.2 Mexico84.1 Canada78.8 India33.0 Japan32.3 Germany29.9 Vietnam29.8 South Korea27.9 Taiwan17.3 Italy12.9 Thailand12.6 Brazil12.5 Switzerland12.2 France9.9 Other105.5 China’s imports top the list, generating an estimated $205.2 billion in U.S. trade revenue. This is nearly 30% of the projected $703.9 billion total. The high volume of Chinese imports and a steep trade-weighted tax rate of 47.3% largely drive this. Despite long-standing free trade agreements under NAFTA and later the USMCA, imports from Mexico and Canada now generate the second- and third-highest trade revenues for the country. They totaled $84.1 billion and $78.8 billion, respectively.  Other Trading Partners The remaining $335.7 billion is split between imports from a variety of countries. India ($33.0 billion) and Germany ($32.3 billion) are also estimated to be heavy contributors.  The U.S. once considered imposing punitive tariffs on Switzerland before reversing the proposal. As a result, its imports are estimated to contribute $12.2 billion. Uncertainty Ahead With geopolitical tensions and trade dynamics evolving quickly, policies may continue to shift. Investors can benefit from staying informed on these macroeconomic developments. Stay in tune with your company’s spending, revenue, and risk with Terzo’s AI-powered financial platform. 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See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Cities Where Young Americans Can Still Afford a Home See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Nearly 10% of Nashville’s residents below the age of 30 hold a mortgage, according to LendingTree’s analysis of 2024 credit reports. Among the 50 largest metros, this is the highest share of adults under 30 with mortgages, suggesting it’s the best city for young Americans to afford a home. We rank the 50 largest U.S. metropolitan areas by the share of adults under 30 who have a mortgage, painting a clear picture of where today’s twentysomethings can realistically afford a home. Data for this visualization comes from LendingTree. They analyzed 32,000 anonymized fourth-quarter 2024 credit reports of adults under 30 in the 50 largest U.S. metros to create this ranking. Please see their methodology section for more details. The American Dream is Still Within Reach In These Cities At 9.4%, Nashville claims the highest share of under-30 mortgage holders in the country. RankCityStateShare of Americans Under 30 With Mortgages 1NashvilleTennessee9.4% 2IndianapolisIndiana8.4% 3PittsburghPennsylvania7.0% 4CincinnatiOhio6.5% 5LouisvilleKentucky5.8% 6Oklahoma CityOklahoma5.7% 7San AntonioTexas5.3% 8HartfordConnecticut5.0% 9Virginia BeachVirginia4.9% 10BuffaloNew York4.7% 10Salt Lake CityUtah4.7% 12RaleighNorth Carolina4.6% 13DetroitMichigan4.5% 14MinneapolisMinnesota4.3% 14PhoenixArizona4.3% 14ProvidenceRhode Island4.3% 17BirminghamAlabama4.1% 18MemphisTennessee4.0% 19DenverColorado3.7% 19Las VegasNevada3.7% 21New OrleansLouisiana3.5% 21RiversideCalifornia3.5% 23HoustonTexas3.4% 24ClevelandOhio3.3% 25BaltimoreMaryland3.2% 25DallasTexas3.2% 25TampaFlorida3.2% 28CharlotteNorth Carolina3.1% 28ChicagoIllinois3.1% 28PhiladelphiaPennsylvania3.1% 31MiamiFlorida3.0% 31St. LouisMissouri3.0% 33Kansas CityMissouri2.9% 34AustinTexas2.8% 34ColumbusOhio2.8% 36OrlandoFlorida2.6% 36SeattleWashington2.6% 38JacksonvilleFlorida2.5% 38MilwaukeeWisconsin2.5% 40Washington, D.C.District of Columbia2.4% 41AtlantaGeorgia2.3% 42PortlandOregon2.2% 43RichmondVirginia2.1% 44San FranciscoCalifornia2.0% 45San DiegoCalifornia1.7% 46SacramentoCalifornia1.6% 47BostonMassachusetts1.4% 48Los AngelesCalifornia1.3% 49New YorkNew York1.2% 50San JoseCalifornia0.8% The Music City’s housing-price growth has slowed from its pandemic peak, and a steady influx of jobs in healthcare, tech, and entertainment is giving young workers both stable incomes and loan approval power. Indianapolis (8.4%) and Pittsburgh (7.0%) follow, proof that mid-sized metros with diversified economies and moderate price tags remain happy hunting grounds for first-time buyers. These leaders share several traits: median home prices well below the national average, shorter commute times that widen the geographic radius of affordable neighborhoods, and state-level programs that reduce down-payment hurdles. Related: Here’s the latest median home prices by state. Midwest Cities and South Dominate Home Affordability Beyond the top three, the next dozen cities are heavily concentrated in the Midwest and South. Cincinnati, Louisville, Oklahoma City, and San Antonio all break the 5% threshold. Lower land costs and more flexible zoning keep construction pipelines open, while relatively low student-debt balances reduce the debt-to-income ratios that lenders scrutinize. Related: See how Ohio, Kentucky, Texas, and Oklahoma perform on average student debt by state. Even mid-tier Rust Belt metros such as Detroit (4.5%) and Minneapolis (4.3%) do better than larger coastal cities. Their affordable starter-home inventories help offset slower wage growth. This illustrates that absolute price matters more than headline salary figures when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage before age 30. Coastal State Economies Are Punishing for Home Ownership At the other end of the spectrum stand San Jose (0.8%), New York City (1.2%), and Los Angeles (1.3%). Sky-high property values inflate required down payments to six figures, while stricter land-use rules limit new supply and keep entry-level stock scarce. Even Boston (1.4%) and Seattle (2.6%), cities with strong job markets, show that surging demand can overwhelm wage gains. This can and push homeownership beyond the reach of many young professionals. Related: The median age of first-time home buyers in the U.S. is now 38, the oldest ever recorded. Learn More on the Voronoi App For a broarder perspective, check out: Where Homes are Affordable in North America Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The World’s Most Educated Populations, Across 45 Countries This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Advanced economies such as Canada, Ireland, and South Korea have some of the highest shares of tertiary-educated adults (55–65%). Germany is a wealthy economy with relatively fewer university graduates, reflecting its strong apprenticeship system that provides high-skill jobs without degrees. Which countries have the most educated populations? Higher levels of tertiary education among a populace generally indicate greater potential for innovation and economic growth, but this isn’t always the case. In this graphic, we visualize educational attainment by country, breaking things down into three categories: below high-school, high-school or diploma, and college or university degree. Data & Discussion This data comes from the OECD’s Education at a Glance 2025 report. It compares educational attainment among working-age adults across 45 countries as of 2024. CountryBelow high-school (%)High-school or diploma (%)College or university degree (%) Canada6.428.964.7 Ireland10.731.757.5 South Korea6.537.356.2 Luxembourg17.628.054.4 UK17.129.053.8 Australia13.033.953.1 Sweden11.736.551.8 U.S.8.041.350.7 Israel12.337.250.5 Norway17.132.550.4 Lithuania7.045.347.7 Switzerland13.839.746.5 Denmark16.238.745.1 Netherlands18.336.645.1 Belgium17.237.845.0 Iceland20.435.144.5 New Zealand16.939.244.0 France16.140.643.4 Finland10.946.442.7 Estonia9.547.942.5 Spain34.723.042.3 Latvia10.748.940.5 Poland5.255.439.5 Austria13.149.237.7 Greece18.146.735.3 Slovenia11.054.434.6 Germany15.949.934.3 Bulgaria13.153.133.8 Chile25.042.132.9 Portugal38.530.131.4 Hungary11.957.031.1 Colombia32.736.830.6 Croatia9.759.930.4 Slovak Republic6.364.729.0 Costa Rica51.720.527.8 Czechia5.766.827.5 Türkiye49.923.126.9 Argentina32.243.623.7 Italy33.344.422.3 Mexico54.423.721.9 Brazil39.938.621.5 Romania24.656.219.2 India75.210.514.2 Indonesia57.329.713.1 South Africa49.341.79.0 Leaders in Higher Education Canada tops the list with nearly 65% of adults holding a college or university degree, followed closely by Ireland and South Korea. These nations have invested heavily in expanding access to higher education, driven by knowledge-based economies that reward advanced qualifications. According to other OECD data, higher levels of education bring significant earnings advantages. For instance, across OECD nations, tertiary graduates typically earn double the income of individuals who have not completed secondary education (high school). Balanced Education Models in Europe Countries like Austria and Germany demonstrate a more balanced split between tertiary and vocational education (education related to a specific job or trade). For example, Germany ranks 19th in the world in terms of GDP per capita, despite only 34% of its adults having a university degree. The country has a strong apprenticeship system where students combine hands-on training with theoretical learning, resulting in a high rate of employment upon graduation. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Universities Producing the Most Billionaires on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Countries With the Most Years in Poor Health See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways When measuring the gap between average life expectancy and health-adjusted life expectancy (HALE), wealthy Gulf states dominate the worst performers. On average, residents in Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE all spend 16–17 years in poor health. Another rich country, the U.S., ranks eighth by this metric, with Americans spending nearly 16 of their 80 expected years in poor health. Many people are living longer—but not necessarily healthier—lives. This visualization ranks countries by the number of years their citizens can expect to live in poor health, calculated as the gap between average life expectancy and health-adjusted life expectancy. Skip to the second-last section for a full explanation of what health-adjusted life expectancy (HALE) is, and why it matters. HALE data (for the year 2021) is sourced from the World Bank, via Our World in Data. Average life expectancy is from 2025 estimates UN World Population Prospects. Together they reveal how disease, disability, and chronic conditions shape the quality—not just the quantity—of our lives. Important information: 1. Poor health is defined as having a disabling illness or injury. 2. Life expectancy figures are for both sexes, measured at birth. 3. HALE data only updates every five years and 2021 is the most recent release. 4. While the comparison isn’t perfect, shows broader regional patterns in healthcare. 5. Due to missing data some countries may not be present in this ranking. The Difference Between Living Longer and Living Healthier Oil wealth appears genuinely toxic to health outcomes. Nearly every Middle Eastern petrostate (Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait) appears in this worst-performers list. Bahrain (17.4 years), Oman (17.3), Qatar (16.5), and the UAE (15.9) all post sizable gaps despite having robust health-care budgets. RankCountryRegionYears in Poor HealthHALE, 2021Average Life Expectancy, 2025 1 BahrainAsia17.464.281.6 2 OmanAsia17.363.280.5 3 EswatiniAfrica16.947.564.4 4 QatarAsia16.566.282.7 5 BotswanaAfrica16.353.169.4 6 AfghanistanAsia16.150.466.5 7 UAEAsia15.967.383.2 8 U.S.Northern America15.763.979.6 9 PeruSouthern America15.163.078.1 10 LebanonAsia14.963.278.1 11 NamibiaAfrica14.952.867.7 12 MaldivesAsia14.866.781.5 13 BrazilSouthern America14.461.876.2 14 IndiaAsia14.458.172.5 15 MozambiqueAfrica14.349.764.0 16 IranAsia14.164.078.1 17 North MacedoniaEurope14.063.777.7 18 MexicoAmericas14.061.475.4 19 MicronesiaOceania13.957.971.8 20 ChileSouthern America13.867.781.5 21 CubaAmericas13.864.678.4 22 EritreaAfrica13.855.469.2 23 SlovakiaEurope13.864.978.7 24 South AfricaAfrica13.752.866.5 25 ZambiaAfrica13.753.066.7 26 GreeceEurope13.668.682.2 27 GuatemalaAmericas13.659.372.9 28 BulgariaEurope13.662.476.0 29 SurinameSouthern America13.660.373.9 30 AustraliaOceania13.670.684.2 31 GuyanaSouthern America13.656.870.4 32 LesothoAfrica13.644.658.2 33 Costa RicaAmericas13.667.681.2 34 Saudi ArabiaAsia13.665.679.2 35 FranceEurope13.570.183.6 36 UruguaySouthern America13.565.078.5 37 PolandEurope13.565.579.0 38 EcuadorSouthern America13.564.377.8 39 CzechiaEurope13.466.780.1 40 ItalyEurope13.470.684.0 41 Solomon IslandsOceania13.457.470.8 42 BahamasAmericas13.461.574.9 43 MoroccoAfrica13.462.375.7 44 UkraineEurope13.361.674.9 45 TunisiaAfrica13.363.676.9 46 AlbaniaEurope13.366.780.0 47 Puerto RicoAmericas13.368.882.1 48 PanamaAmericas13.366.780.0 49 SerbiaEurope13.263.977.1 50 ParaguaySouthern America13.260.974.1 51 Bosnia and HerzegovinaEurope13.265.078.2 52 PortugalEurope13.269.582.7 53 HondurasAmericas13.260.073.2 54 KazakhstanAsia13.161.674.7 55 YemenAsia13.156.569.6 56 VanuatuOceania13.158.771.8 57 CanadaNorthern America13.169.882.9 58 ColombiaSouthern America13.165.078.1 59 MalaysiaAsia13.163.977.0 60 SwitzerlandEurope13.171.184.2 61 KiribatiOceania13.153.666.7 62 JordanAsia13.065.178.1 63 MalawiAfrica13.054.767.7 64 KuwaitAsia13.067.880.8 65 UKEurope13.068.681.6 The lifestyle changes that come with sudden wealth, like sedentary living, processed foods, air conditioning replacing physical activity, seem to create a specific pattern of prolonged morbidity. The U.S. makes the top 10 as well, the only G7 economy to do. Americans are projected to spend 15.7 of 79.6 expected years in poor health. Also worth noting is the average life expectancy at birth for all of these aforementioned countries is fairly high. Which means these countries are good at keeping people alive with advanced medical technology. But they may be failing at keeping them healthy, as if they’ve optimized for extending life rather than living well. Related: Qatar and the U.S. also make the list of countries with the highest obesity rates. Life Expectancies in Low-Income Countries Several sub-Saharan African nations, including Eswatini, Botswana, and Namibia, also record gaps above 14 years. Unlike the richer Gulf countries, they face this burden alongside much shorter life expectancies, meaning fewer total healthy years. Latin American countries such as Peru and Brazil post similar gaps, reflecting both higher infant mortalities and higher disease burdens. These patterns highlight a central challenge for global health: boosting not only how long people live, but how long they live well. What is HALE (Health-Adjusted Life Expectancy)? HALE measures how many years a person can expect to live in good health, defined as free from disabling illness or injury. HALE matters because it fundamentally reframes what we mean by a “successful” life and healthcare system. Traditional life expectancy tells us how long people live, but HALE tells us how long they live well. Those “unhealthy years” are extraordinarily expensive. The U.S. healthcare system’s poor HALE performance means they’re essentially running a massive, costly life-support operation for millions of people. Countries with better HALE ratios spend less on healthcare while achieving better outcomes because they’re preventing problems rather than managing chronic decline. The U.S. has the highest per capita health spending amongst similar high-income countries, with the lowest average life expectancy. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Highest and Lowest Life Expectancy Around the World on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Greenest Cities in America in 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways WalletHub compared the 100 largest U.S. cities across 28 key “green” indicators, including air quality, commuting habits, renewable energy use, and green job opportunities. San Jose, CA ranks #1 overall with a total score of 69.44, narrowly edging out Washington, DC (69.26). With strong environmental policies, California leads with eight of the 20 greenest cities. Minneapolis leads in sustainable transportation, supported by bike-friendly streets and walkable neighborhoods. America’s greenest cities are becoming cleaner, more sustainable, and increasingly urbanized. This map ranks the 100 largest U.S. cities by their environmental performance across four key categories: environment, transportation, energy sources, and lifestyle and policy. The data for this visualization comes from WalletHub. California’s Dominance in Urban Sustainability California continues to lead the way in green urban planning. Eight of the top 20 cities in the 2025 ranking are in California, including San Jose (#1), Oakland (#3), Irvine (#4), and San Francisco (#5). These cities have implemented ambitious emissions goals, renewable energy programs, and infrastructure investments to reduce reliance on cars. Ranked (1-100)CityEnvironmentTransportationEnergy SourcesLifestyle & Policy 1San Jose, CA818925 2Washington, DC147138 3Oakland, CA152586 4Irvine, CA441111 5San Francisco, CA275213 6Honolulu, HI2103217 7San Diego, CA9841012 8Minneapolis, MN251314 9Portland, OR5113202 10Seattle, WA548225 11Fremont, CA164146 12St. Paul, MN12122838 13Denver, CO809231 14Sacramento, CA49351813 15Boston, MA1124934 16Madison, WI645631 17Chula Vista, CA35941124 18Anaheim, CA3273128 19Buffalo, NY4735016 20Bakersfield, CA7229127 Statewide, California is pushing toward carbon neutrality by 2045, aiming to cut emissions 40% below 1990 levels by 2030. It also plans for 100% zero-emission new car sales by 2035 and 100% clean electricity by 2045, with 60% renewable power by 2030. Transportation Leaders in the Midwest Minneapolis (#8) and St. Paul (#12) stand out for their transportation infrastructure. Minneapolis ranks first in the transportation category, supported by extensive bike lanes, pedestrian-friendly design, and efficient public transit options. Washington, DC performs particularly well in lifestyle and policy measures, ranking 8th in that category. Honolulu (#6) and Portland (#9) also make the top 10. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapped: Where the Air Quality is Best in Each U.S. State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization From Harvard to Stanford: The Tuition Costs of the Top 10 Colleges This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Tuition alone at elite schools ranges from $59K to $71K, compared to $43K at the average private college. The University of Chicago tops the list. The cost of attending America’s most prestigious universities continues to soar. For the 2024–25 academic year, the total annual cost of the top 10 national universities now ranges from $77,500 to $98,300, according to data compiled from U.S. News & World Report and College Board. In the graphic above, we compare tuition costs for the top 10 U.S. universities with national averages for both private and public four-year colleges. Elite Education Comes at a Premium The University of Chicago tops the list, with tuition reaching $71,300. Other elite schools like Duke, Yale, and Stanford also hover near the $70,000 mark. Even Harvard, despite having one of the largest endowments in the world, lists tuition at $59,300. RankInstitutionTuitionTotal Cost 1University of Chicago$71.3K$85.4K – $98.3K 2Duke University$70.3K$92.8K – $94.2K 3Yale University$69.9K$94.4K 4Northwestern University$69.4K$77.5K – $96.2K 5Stanford University$67.7K$96.5K 6Johns Hopkins University$66.7K$77.7K – $92.8K 7Princeton University$65.2K$90.7K 8MIT$64.3K$89.3K 9University of Pennsylvania$63.2K$78.7K – $95.6K 10Harvard University$59.3K$90.4K – $95.4K —Private nonprofit 4-year$43.4K$62.6K —Public 4-year (out-of-state)$29.2K$49.1K —Public 4-year (in-state)$11.6K$29.9K The Gap Between Elite and Average Colleges Tuition at the top 10 U.S. universities ranges from $59,000 to $71,000 per year, averaging about 50% higher than the $43,400 charged by the typical private nonprofit four-year college. By comparison, public out-of-state universities average around $29,200, while in-state students pay just $11,600. In fact, the average college tuition costs have climbed a remarkable 748% since 1963, after adjusting for inflation. This steady rise reflects expanding facilities, faculty salaries, and student services, but it also deepens accessibility challenges. Fleeing Tuition Hikes Facing soaring tuition costs, more American students are looking overseas for affordable alternatives. According to the Institute of International Education’s Open Doors report, the number of Americans earning degrees abroad rose from about 50,000 in 2019 to over 90,000 in 2024. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Extra Earnings of a Bachelor’s Degree by State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Mapped: How do Gun-Related Death Rates Vary by State? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Mississippi has the highest gun death rate in the U.S. at 28.1 per 100K people—over 7 times higher than Hawaii’s. The Southern and Western states dominate the upper end of the rankings, while the Northeast reports the lowest rates. Gun violence rates often correlate with lax firearm laws, higher gun ownership, and socioeconomic disparities. Gun violence remains one of the most persistent public health challenges in the United States. While the national conversation often focuses on federal policy, the reality on the ground varies dramatically by state. The map above, created by USAFacts using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), shows the age-adjusted rate of firearm deaths per 100,000 residents in each U.S. state in 2024. Here is a table of all 50 states and their firearm death rates: RankStateFirearm Deaths per 100K People (Age Adjusted, 2024) 1Mississippi28.1 2New Mexico27.0 3Alaska24.8 4Alabama24.0 5Wyoming23.6 6Louisiana23.0 7Arkansas20.8 8District of Columbia20.4 9Montana20.3 10Tennessee20.2 11South Carolina19.9 12Missouri19.8 13Oklahoma19.4 14Kentucky18.8 15Georgia17.8 16Nevada17.7 17Indiana17.5 18South Dakota17.4 19Arizona17.3 20North Carolina16.7 21Idaho16.3 22Colorado15.6 23Kansas15.4 24West Virginia15.3 25Ohio14.8 26Oregon14.4 27Texas14.3 28Utah13.7 29Florida13.2 30Virginia12.9 31Illinois12.6 32North Dakota12.5 33Wisconsin12.2 34Delaware12.1 35Michigan12.1 36Pennsylvania12.1 37Iowa12.0 38Maine12.0 39Maryland11.8 40Washington11.3 41Nebraska11.1 42Vermont10.7 43New Hampshire10.3 44Minnesota9.9 45California7.1 46Connecticut5.9 47Rhode Island4.7 48New York4.4 49New Jersey4.1 50Massachusetts3.9 51Hawaii3.8 At a glance, we can see a wide spectrum—from just 3.8 deaths per 100,000 people in Hawaii to over 28 in Mississippi. U.S. Gun Deaths: A National Crisis with Local Variations Compared to other high-income nations, the U.S. gun death rate is exceptionally high. However, the disparity becomes even more striking when comparing individual states. Southern states like Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama lead the country in firearm mortality, with death rates often double or triple those in Northeastern states like Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. What Drives State-by-State Disparities? The reasons behind these geographic differences are complex but generally revolve around three key factors: Firearm legislation: States with stricter gun laws tend to have lower gun death rates. For example, Hawaii and Massachusetts have some of the strongest firearm restrictions and the lowest death rates. Gun ownership: Higher rates of gun ownership are associated with more firearm-related deaths, whether by homicide or suicide. Socioeconomic conditions: Poverty, lack of access to mental health care, and social instability all contribute to higher rates of gun violence. The Role of Culture and History In many parts of the U.S., particularly in the South and Mountain West, firearms are deeply embedded in the cultural fabric. Hunting, self-defense, and strong support for Second Amendment rights shape policy decisions and public sentiment, making any statewide gun control efforts politically challenging. Meanwhile, urban areas in lower-death-rate states still face localized spikes in gun violence, often driven by factors such as gang activity. This underscores how state-level averages can mask important within-state variations. Related reading: Mapped: U.S. States With the Most Guns Learn More on the Voronoi App Explore more data-rich visuals like this in our recommended post: 30 Years of Gun Manufacturing in America.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualized: The World’s Strongest Animals This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The African bush elephant dominates in absolute strength, able to lift 13,000 pounds. An elephant trunk contains up to 40,000 muscles, compared to the entire human body which only has 600. Large predators like tigers are also incredibly powerful, with the ability to lift several times more than their body weight. The animal kingdom showcases some extraordinary examples of strength, with species evolving specialized muscles, body mechanics, and leverage to survive. In this graphic, we ranked the world’s strongest animals based on the maximum weight they’re capable of lifting. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from BBC Science Focus. The max lift (measured by bench press) of an average American male was included for context. AnimalMax Lift (lbs)Typical Body Weight (lbs) Avg. American male135200 Leopard280110 Polar bear1,0001,075 Lion1,000425 Grizzly bear1,100525 Tiger1,200475 Musk ox2,000600 White rhino1,8004,750 Gorilla1,800400 African bush elephant13,00013,000 Elephants: Nature’s Powerhouse The African bush elephant stands out in terms of absolute strength. Capable of lifting 13,000 pounds, the equivalent of a small school bus, it’s the most powerful land animal alive. Elephant trunks can contain up to 40,000 muscles, which allows for both delicate tasks like picking up a single blade of grass and massive feats of strength like uprooting trees. Elephants are also one of the world’s longest-living mammals, though their lifespans are shorter than humans. Big Cats and Gorillas Among carnivores, the tiger ranks as the most muscular predator. It has the ability to lift more than twice its body weight, and uses explosive movements for hunting prey. Gorillas, despite being primarily herbivores, rival big cats in raw power. Their upper-body muscles allow them to lift over 1,800 pounds. Compared to humans, gorillas have extremely dense muscle fibers as well as longer arms and thicker bones. The Strongest in Relative Terms While it can’t lift 1,000 pounds, the dung beetle is the world’s strongest creature when measured in relative terms. Found in almost every region of the world, this feces-eating bug can push up to 40 pounds, equal to over 1,100 times its own body weight. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The World’s Most Biodiverse Countries on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

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See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: States With the Highest Opioid Prescription Rates This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Southern states had the highest opioid dispensing rates per 100 persons in 2023, including Arkansas (71.5), Alabama (71.4), Mississippi (63.1), and Louisiana (62.7). States with the lowest rates were spread out geographically: Hawaii (22.6), California (23.8), New Jersey (26.3), and New York (26.3). More than a decade after prescription opioids saturated U.S. medicine cabinets, the crisis has crested, but it is still far from over. In 2023, patients in some states filled more than three times as many prescriptions per capita as those in others, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Their state-level database tracks retail pharmacy opioid prescriptions dispensed per 100 residents, the same metric visualized in the accompanying map. Ranked: Southern States Lead Opioid Prescription Rates Arkansas tops the list at 71.5 prescriptions per 100 people, narrowly edging out Alabama (71.4). Mississippi and Louisiana round out the top four, each exceeding 60 prescriptions per 100 persons. RankStateCodeOpioid Prescriptions Dispensed Per 100 Persons, 2023 1ArkansasAR71.5 2AlabamaAL71.4 3MississippiMS63.1 4LouisianaLA62.7 5TennesseeTN58.6 6KentuckyKY58.3 7OklahomaOK52.9 8KansasKS52.8 9IndianaIN49.4 10South CarolinaSC48.4 11MichiganMI47.9 12GeorgiaGA47.3 13MissouriMO47.0 14North CarolinaNC46.7 15West VirginiaWV46.4 16IdahoID44.2 17UtahUT43.8 18WyomingWY43.0 19NebraskaNE42.7 20OhioOH40.7 21MontanaMT40.4 22NevadaNV40.1 23OregonOR40.0 24DelawareDE39.5 25FloridaFL37.4 26PennsylvaniaPA36.4 27South DakotaSD35.8 28IllinoisIL35.2 29ArizonaAZ34.7 30IowaIA34.6 31WashingtonWA34.5 32MaineME33.8 33New MexicoNM33.7 34MarylandMD32.9 35WisconsinWI32.8 36VirginiaVA32.5 37ColoradoCO32.4 38ConnecticutCT32.4 39North DakotaND32.4 40TexasTX32.2 41New HampshireNH30.9 42Rhode IslandRI30.5 43AlaskaAK30.4 44District Of ColumbiaDC30.3 45MassachusettsMA28.6 46VermontVT27.9 47MinnesotaMN26.5 48New JerseyNJ26.3 49New YorkNY26.3 50CaliforniaCA23.8 51HawaiiHI22.6 Of the 10 states with the highest 2023 dispensing rates, eight sit in the South, and two in the lower Midwest. Here are some of the reasons why: Many southern states experience higher rates of poverty, unemployment, and economic hardship, which correlate strongly with increased opioid prescribing and misuse. The region has a higher percentage of populations engaged in injury-prone occupations, leading to more pain-related medical visits and subsequent opioid prescriptions. Providers in southern states have historically received aggressive marketing from pharmaceutical companies for opioid medications, which contributed to more liberal prescribing practices. Health care disparities, including lower access to mental health and substance abuse treatment services, mean opioids are more likely to be prescribed for chronic or persistent pain. Sociocultural norms in the South may favor medication-based pain management over non-drug therapies, increasing opioid dispensing rates. The Deep South, with uniformly high rates of physical inactivity and chronic disease (including arthritis, diabetes, and obesity), presents more frequent cases of persistent pain—feeding demand for opioid prescriptions. Together, these forces keep per-capita prescribing well above the national average of 37.5. Related: The CDC states that prescription opioids are no longer the leading cause of overdose deaths. But this wasn’t always the case. Check out our quick explainer on America’s opioid crisis. Coastal States Lows Reflect Stricter Opioid Policies The lowest opioid prescription rates are scattered but share a policy thread. Hawaii, California, New Jersey, and New York all fall below 27 prescriptions per 100 people. Each has long-running prescription-drug-monitoring programs (PDMPs) and tighter pain-management guidelines. Related: Missouri’s PDMP started in 2023. California and New York also expanded Medicaid coverage for non-opioid treatments and require electronic prescribing, reducing “doctor-shopping” and handwritten fraud. Hawaii’s isolation limits provider oversupply, while New Jersey’s 2017 law caps first-time opioid prescriptions to five days. These measures collectively keep usage far below the national average. National Opioid Prescription Rate Cut by Half Since 2012 Peak Back in 2012, Americans filled 81.2 opioid prescriptions per 100 residents—the peak of the prescribing boom. By 2023, the CDC reports that rate had dropped to 37.5, a 54% decline. Major drivers include updated CDC guidelines in 2016, widespread PDMP adoption, and insurer limits on high-dose scripts. Still, the U.S. average remains roughly triple the level seen in many European nations, and regional gaps persist. Learn More on the Voronoi App For related coverage, check out The Primary Causes of Overdose Deaths on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Visualizing Global Wealth Inequality in 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Brazil, Russia, and South Africa have the highest levels of wealth inequality globally. Slovakia, Belgium, and Qatar are among the most equal countries in terms of wealth distribution in the ranking. Global wealth equality has declined slightly by 0.4% since the turn of the millennium. Millionaires own nearly half of the world’s personal wealth, according to UBS’s 2025 report. This visualization compares countries by wealth inequality in 2024 using the Gini coefficient, a standard measure where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The data for this graphic comes from the UBS Global Wealth Report 2025, which analyzes wealth levels and distribution across more than 50 markets. Where Inequality Is Highest Brazil, Russia, and South Africa top the list for wealth inequality, each posting Gini coefficients around the low 0.8s. These scores imply a highly concentrated distribution of assets relative to the rest of the population. Several energy-rich economies—such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia—also rank high, reflecting significant concentrations of financial and real assets among upper tiers of wealth holders. CountryGini Coefficient 2024 Brazil0.82 Russia0.82 South Africa0.81 United Arab Emirates0.81 Saudi Arabia0.78 Sweden0.75 United States0.74 India0.74 Türkiye0.73 Mexico0.72 Singapore0.70 Germany0.68 Switzerland0.67 Israel0.66 Netherlands0.65 Hong Kong SAR0.63 Mainland China0.62 Portugal0.61 Greece0.60 Taiwan0.60 France0.59 United Kingdom0.58 South Korea0.57 Poland0.57 Italy0.57 Spain0.56 Australia0.55 Luxembourg0.55 Japan0.54 Qatar0.47 Belgium0.47 Slovakia0.38 Where Wealth Is Most Evenly Shared On the other end of the spectrum, Slovakia and Belgium post the lowest Gini readings in this dataset. These countries tend to combine robust social safety nets, relatively high savings among households, and policy frameworks that diffuse asset ownership more broadly. Global Context Since 2000 Globally, wealth equality has decreased slightly since 2000 (–0.4%). At the same time, UBS estimates that millionaire households account for nearly half of all personal wealth worldwide. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Ranked: The Countries With the Most Millionaires on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Charted: Should Brands Take a Stand on Social Issues? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. 47% of Americans say they consider a brand’s social and political stance before buying. Half of respondents say they’re more loyal to brands that align with their values. How do Americans feel about companies weighing in on contentious social or political topics? According to a 2025 survey by Statista Consumer Insights, public sentiment is deeply divided, but also increasingly consequential for brands. Today, brand positioning is more than just logos and slogans—it’s about values. As societal expectations evolve, companies are finding themselves in the middle of culture wars. Whether on climate change, racial justice, or reproductive rights, silence can be perceived as complicity, while speaking out risks alienating parts of the consumer base. Here’s a breakdown of the data from Statista, reflecting views from over 2,000 U.S. adults aged 18–64: StatementAgree (%)Disagree (%)Don't know (%) Brands should take a public stand on social/political issues434116 I consider a brand's values and stance on social/political issues before making a purchase474112 I'm more loyal to a brand because of its values and stance on social/political issues513811 I would boycott a brand for taking a stand on social/political issues that I disagree with483616 The most striking takeaway? A slim majority (51%) report being more loyal to brands that reflect their social and political values, while nearly half (48%) would boycott a brand they disagree with. At the same time, only 43% agree that brands should take a stand publicly, which underscores the risk-reward complexity for marketers and executives. The Brand Dilemma: Speak Out or Stay Silent? The numbers present a paradox. While consumers say they’re more loyal to value-driven brands, they’re also quick to punish misalignment. Taking a stand isn’t about jumping on the latest trend. Messaging should be authentic, consistent, and aligned with a company’s mission and audience. A mismatch between a brand’s message and actions can backfire more than staying silent. Learn More on the Voronoi App The data in this visualization also underscores growing political polarization in the U.S. as seen on the Voronoi app.

Published 57 minutes ago on October 17, 2025 By Ryan Bellefontaine Graphics & Design Lebon Siu Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Transport Canada How Many People Travel by Canadian Air? Key Takeaways Canadian air passenger volumes reached 131M in 2024, near pre-COVID levels. Toronto Pearson remains the country’s primary hub, with 45.7M passengers. Air travel demand in Canada plummeted as a result of the COVID pandemic. But with the virus in the rearview mirror, has demand for air travel returned to pre-pandemic levels? This graphic, in partnership with Transport Canada, shows annual passengers moving through major Canadian international airports from 2019 to 2024, using data from the Government of Canada. Canada’s Air Travel Rebounds Here is a table that shows annual passengers by major Canadian international airports from 2019 to 2024. Airport201920202021202220232024 Toronto / Lester B. Pearson49.2M13.0M12.4M35.0M43.8M45.7M Vancouver25.7M7.2M7.0M18.6M24.4M25.3M Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau19.6M5.2M5.0M15.5M20.4M21.6M Calgary 17.2M5.3M5.9M14.1M18.0M18.5M Edmonton International Airport7.9M2.5M2.6M5.7M7.2M7.5M Ottawa / MacDonald-Cartier5.0M1.3M1.1M2.9M4.0M4.5M Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson4.4M1.2M1.2M3.0M4.0M4.2M Halifax Stanfield4.1M1.0M1.0M3.1M3.5M3.9M Total133.1M36.7M36.2M97.9M125.3M131.2M In total, these airports handled 131 million passengers in 2024 versus 133 million in 2019. The recovery was broad-based across hubs as travel normalized. Where the Traffic Is Concentrated Toronto Pearson led the country with 45.7 million passengers in 2024. Vancouver and Montréal followed at 25.3 million and 21.6 million, respectively. Meanwhile, Calgary reached 18.5 million, while Edmonton, Ottawa, Winnipeg, and Halifax each continued steady gains. Together, these patterns underline how Canadian air hubs have restored connectivity. These facilities represent roughly 82%–84% of overall air traffic, counting travelers who enplaned or deplaned. Are you interested in learning more about Canada’s transportation and trade data? Drawing directly from the most authoritative sources, including the Government of Canada and Statistics Canada, the Transport Data and Information Hub (TDIH) provides information on Canada’s roads, rail networks, air traffic, port activity, trade, and more. Explore Canada’s Most Reliable and Authoritative Source of Transport Data Related Topics: #canada #vancouver #airports #montreal #Edmonton #Ottawa #halifax More from Transport Canada Economy1 week ago Mapped: Canada’s Busiest Ports See Canada’s busiest ports by container volume, highlighting Vancouver’s lead and a decade of growth, using government data. Economy3 weeks ago Ranked: Canada’s Top 10 Traded Goods This graphic, created in partnership with Transport Canada, explores Canada’s trade and its 10 most traded goods. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join 375,000+ email subscribers: *Sign Up