Knowledge Is Power. Get Informed. Stay Healthy.

HIV in the United States: Key Statistics

1.2M

People living with HIV in the U.S.

About 1 in 8 don't know they have it

35,000

New HIV diagnoses each year

In the United States

99%

Reduction in HIV risk with PrEP

When taken as prescribed

~0%

Risk of transmission with undetectable viral load

U=U: Undetectable = Untransmittable

Sources: CDC HIV Surveillance Report, 2024; NIH AIDSinfo. Data reflects most recent available estimates.

Featured Resources

PrEP Prevention
PREVENTION

Why PrEP?

PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a daily medication that reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by about 99% when taken as prescribed. Find out if PrEP is right for you.

Learn About PrEP
HIV Testing
TESTING

Get Tested for HIV

Everyone between ages 13 and 64 should get tested for HIV at least once. Testing is quick, confidential, and often free. Know your status.

Find Testing Sites
HIV Treatment
TREATMENT

HIV Treatment Works

With effective antiretroviral therapy (ART), people living with HIV can achieve an undetectable viral load and live long, healthy lives.

Learn About Treatment
Science-Backed

Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U)

People living with HIV who take their medication as prescribed and achieve an undetectable viral load cannot transmit HIV to their sexual partners. This is one of the most important advances in HIV science.

Learn About U=U
99%+
Reduction in transmission risk
30+
Years of HIV treatment advances
U=U
Scientifically proven consensus
100%
Commitment to ending the epidemic

Latest HIV News & Updates

Find HIV Testing Sites & Care Services

Search for HIV testing, housing, health centers, and other services near you.