Countries with the Highest Proportion of Overweight Adults 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by the percentage of adults classified as overweight or obese (BMI ≥ 25) in 2024 according to WHO Global Health Observatory data. Pacific island nations and several Middle Eastern countries record the highest proportions of overweight adults globally. AI-assisted data.

✨ AI Insight

The stark figures reveal a concerning trend in obesity rates, particularly in Pacific island nations where Nauru stands out with 94.5% of adults classified as overweight. This is a staggering 3.6 percentage points higher than the Cook Islands, which ranks second. The trend is not limited to the Pacific, as Qatar and the United States also feature prominently, with 74.3% and 73.1% respectively. The high prevalence in these regions may be attributed to factors such as limited access to healthy food options, lifestyle changes, and economic conditions that promote unhealthy eating habits. The gap between Nauru and the United States underscores a critical public health issue that requires urgent attention.

Source: World Health Organization

Key Findings

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Nauru leads with 95 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 82 · median: 83.

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Gap in 2024: Nauru is 1.3× larger than Kuwait.