Adult Obesity Rates by Country (2022)

This map shows the estimated percentage of adults (aged 18 and over) living with obesity in each country. Data are based on the latest available figures compiled by the Global Obesity Observatory and the NCD Risk Factor Collaboration (NCD-RisC).

World map showing adult obesity rates by country in 2022. The highest prevalence rates are concentrated in Pacific Island nations such as Nauru, Cook Islands, and Niue, while lower rates are found across much of Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.

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The term “obesity” refers to a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m² or higher. Values represent the most recent national estimates available as of 2022.

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