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Alcoholism Facts and Statistics in Arizona

Alcoholism is a significant public health concern in , as it is in many other states across the United States. Learning the facts about alcoholism will help you or a loved on move on from addiction. We’ll take you through some facts and statistics about alcoholism to help with the recovery process.

Alcohol Consumption and Abuse In Arizona:

  • According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2018, 53.4% of adults in Arizona reported consuming alcohol in the past 30 days, with 17.1% reporting binge drinking within that same period.

  • The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reported in 2020 that 6.0% of Arizona residents aged 12 and older had an alcohol use disorder (AUD) in the past year, which translates to approximately 340,000 individuals.

  • The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) estimated that alcohol-related deaths in Arizona totaled 2,500 in 2017, a number that has likely increased since then.

Economic Impact of Alcohol Abuse In Arizona:

  • A study conducted by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) estimated that the annual economic cost of excessive alcohol consumption in Arizona was around $4.2 billion in 2015. This figure includes healthcare costs, lost productivity, and other related expenses.

  • According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, only 9.6% of individuals in need of alcohol treatment received it in 2020. This lack of access to treatment further exacerbates the economic impact of alcoholism on the state.

Alcohol-Related Health Problems and Fatalities in Arizona:

  • The CDC reported that, between 2011 and 2015, alcohol-related liver disease accounted for 1,364 deaths in Arizona.

  • The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) noted that in 2019, alcohol-impaired driving fatalities in Arizona accounted for 26.4% of all traffic fatalities, resulting in 295 deaths.

  • A 2021 report by the Arizona Department of Health Services revealed that alcohol was involved in 15.3% of all drug overdose deaths in the state.

Alcohol Rehabs in Arizona

Multiple Locations in Arizona
6262 E Broadway Rd Suite 110, Mesa, AZ 85206
4020 N 20th St #302, Phoenix, AZ 85016