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Share of Medicaid & CHIP Population by Age

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Share of Medicaid & CHIP Population by Age showing the Percentage of various Age Ranges of individuals that are enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP

Share of Medicaid & CHIP Population by Age showing the Percentage of various Age Ranges of individuals that are enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP

Age Group Percentage
Age <21 53%
Ages 21-26 7%
Ages 27-45 19%
Ages 46-64 14%
Age 65+ 8%

Source: Analysis of calendar year 2020 T-MSIS Analytic Files, v 5.0

Notes: The share of Medicaid & CHIP Population by Age includes individuals who are eligible for full-scope Medicaid or CHIP benefits.