Prescription Cost Tracker
Tracking prescription out-of-pocket spendingHelping Americans get the healthcare they need starts with tackling the barriers of costs and coverage. See what’s driving the financial burden for prescriptions in the U.S.
High CostsPolicymakers and pharmaceutical manufacturers are making efforts to improve medication access and affordability, but costs continue to be a significant burden for many.
1.8 billion

Prescriptions filled this year to date.¹

$28 billion

Total out-of-pocket spend for prescription drugs.¹

$15.79

Average out-of-pocket spent per prescription.¹
-2.9% since May, 2024

+37%

Price change for all prescription medications since 2014.

Reduced coverageHealthcare is often paid for by insurance, but more of the cost burden has been shifted to the consumer as prescription insurance coverage gets more complex and more restrictive.
54%*

Drugs that are covered by insurance.

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50%*

Drugs that have an insurance restriction (e.g. step therapy, prior authorization).

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24%

Americans who have at least one prescription not covered by insurance.

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Increased frictionDifficulty navigating insurance hurdles and supply shortages have created obstacles for patients.
45 million

Americans who lack proper access to a pharmacy.

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53 million

Americans who left a prescription at the pharmacy every month.

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71%

Americans who took extra steps to afford their medication (e.g. using GoodRx or a copay card).

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