Alzheimer’s Statistics
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people of every race and ethnicity, everywhere. And its impact goes far beyond the people who suffer from it. Care partners, family, and friends of those who have Alzheimer’s disease are all affected. Alzheimer’s doesn’t affect people only physically and mentally. It’s also a large economic burden on families and society.
Although the number of people with Alzheimer’s continues to rise, research continues to try to pinpoint its causes. The goal is that this research will lead to promising new treatment approaches that offer hope for the future.
Americans 65 years of age and older are estimated to have Alzheimer’s.
Of people with Alzheimer’s disease are women.
Estimated Percentage of People Aged 65 Years & Older in the U.S. with Alzheimer's and Related Dementias in Each Racial or Ethnic Group*
*Based on a study from 2014.
The Impact of Alzheimer's Disease or Other Dementias on Care Partners
Number of Americans who provide unpaid care to people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.
Percentage of care partners who live with the person diagnosed with dementia.
Living Well With Alzheimer's
Read more about how lifestyle changes may help people living with Alzheimer’s disease.