The data displays the number of all hospitals in the U.S. from 1975 to 2016. In 1975, there were 7,156 hospitals in the U.S.
Hospitals in the U.S. Hospitals are healthcare institutions which provide treatment for patients and are one of the most important cornerstones of every modern healthcare system. In these facilities, specialized staff and equipment give the best possible care to patients. In the U.S., most of the hospitals are non-profit facilities, while the rest are divided into for-profit or state/local government hospitals.
1975 | 7156 |
1980 | 6965 |
1990 | 6649 |
1995 | 6291 |
2000 | 5810 |
2007 | 5708 |
2008 | 5815 |
2009 | 5795 |
2010 | 5754 |
2011 | 5724 |
2012 | 5723 |
2013 | 5686 |
2014 | 5627 |
2015 | 5564 |
2016 | 5534 |