Top 10 Most Interesting Vaping Statistics

• According to the CDC, 4.5% of adults in the US use electronic cigarettes or vaping products.
• The global vaping market is projected to reach $47.11 billion by 2025.
• Around 80% of youth who use tobacco products report starting with a flavored product such as e-cigarettes.
• The average cost of a pack of cigarettes in the US is $6.28, while the average cost of an e-cigarette cartridge is $1.50.
• The use of e-cigarettes among high school students increased by 78% between 2017 and 2018.
• In 2018, 3.6 million middle and high school students in the US reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days.
• A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that e-cigarettes are twice as effective as nicotine gum or patches for quitting smoking.
• The US FDA has banned the sale of flavored e-cigarettes in retail stores, but they can still be purchased online.
• E-cigarette use among adults in the US is most common among those aged 18-24.
• The first e-cigarette patent was filed in 1963, but the modern e-cigarette was not invented until 2003.

Vaping Demographics

• The majority of e-cigarette users in the US are current or former smokers.
• The majority of e-cigarette users in the US are male.
• The majority of e-cigarette users in the US are white.
• E-cigarette use is most common among US adults who have less than a high school education.
• E-cigarette use is most common among US adults who make less than $35,000 per year.
• E-cigarette use is most common among US adults who are divorced or separated.
• E-cigarette use is most common among US adults who live in rural areas.
• The use of e-cigarettes among US adults is highest among those who have never been married.
• The use of e-cigarettes among US adults is highest among those who are unemployed.
• E-cigarette use is most common among US adults who are uninsured.

Why Do People Use Vapes?

• The most common cause of vaping among youth is curiosity (55%).
• According to a study by the Truth Initiative, 37% of young adults start vaping because their friends or peers do it.
• Stress relief is another common reason for e-cigarette use among adults, with 29% reporting it as a cause.
• Another study found that 22% of adult e-cigarette users started vaping to help them quit smoking traditional cigarettes.
• Some people also turn to e-cigarettes as an alternative to smokeless tobacco or other nicotine products, with 17% reporting this as their reason for using them.

Vaping Statistics & Facts Among Students

• Vaping among high school students has increased dramatically in recent years, with 27.5% reporting e-cigarette use in the past 30 days according to a study by the National Youth Tobacco Survey.
• In that same study, it was found that 10.5% of middle school students reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days.
• The study also showed that nearly two-thirds of high school students who reported vaping used flavored products.
• Among high school students who reported vaping, 33.2% said they used e-cigarettes because they were "available in flavors I like."
• The same survey found that more than half of youth e-cigarette users used Juul products, a popular brand known for its sleek design and high nicotine content.

Vaping Statistics & Facts Among Kids

• According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, 3.6 million middle and high school students in the US reported using e-cigarettes in 2020.
• A study published by the Journal of Adolescent Health found that 60% of middle school students who use e-cigarettes said they used them for flavors, while 20% used them for nicotine.
• The same study found that among high school students who use e-cigarettes, 40% said they used them for flavors and 35% used them for nicotine.
• The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine reported that there is substantial evidence showing a strong association between youth vaping and future cigarette smoking.

Vaping Statistics & Facts Among Seniors

• According to a study by the CDC, 1.3% of adults aged 65 years or older in the US use electronic cigarettes or vaping products.
• The same study found that among seniors who vape, 28.7% reported using e-cigarettes daily.
• Seniors who use e-cigarettes are more likely to have a history of smoking than those who do not use them.

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Top 10 Countries with the Highest Vape Usage (2020)

• United States - 4.5%
• United Kingdom - 7.1%
• France - 5.9%
• Canada - 6.5%
• Australia - 11.0%
• New Zealand - 12.5%
• Greece - 35.0%
• Italy - 7.8%
• Russia - 19.0%
• South Africa - 3.1%

Top 10 Countries with the Lowest Vape Usage (2020)

• Mexico - 0.1%
• Brazil - 0.8%
• Japan - 1.7%
• China - 1.2%
• India - 0.5%
• Poland - 3.4%
• Sweden - 2.7%
• Turkey - 0.9%
• Norway - 3.0%
• Denmark - 2.6%

How Many People Have Died from Vaping?

• As of February 2020, there have been over 60 reported deaths in the US related to vaping.
• The majority of the deaths were associated with using e-cigarettes containing THC, the psychoactive component of marijuana.
• According to the CDC, vitamin E acetate, an additive commonly used in THC-containing e-cigarettes, is strongly linked to these deaths.
• Vaping-related deaths account for less than 1% of all vaping-related hospitalizations in the US.

Vaping Health Risks Facts

• E-cigarettes are not approved by the FDA as a smoking cessation tool.
• E-cigarettes are not regulated for safety by the FDA.
• A study published in Pediatrics found that teenagers who use e-cigarettes are more likely to start smoking traditional cigarettes.
• A study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of depression and anxiety in teenagers.
• A study published in Tobacco Control found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and coronary artery disease.
• A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of asthma in teenagers.
• A study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of stroke.
• A study published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of lung disease.
• A study published in PLOS One found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of respiratory infections.
• A study published in the European Respiratory Journal found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of lung cancer.
• A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that e-cigarette use is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
• E-cigarettes are not allowed on most US airlines.
• E-cigarettes are not allowed on most US college campuses.
• E-cigarettes are not allowed in most US government buildings.
• E-cigarettes are not allowed in most US hospitals.

Other Vaping Facts

• There are more than 460 brands of e-cigarettes available in the US.
• The use of e-cigarettes is banned in several countries, including Brazil, Singapore, and Thailand.
• The use of e-cigarettes is banned in enclosed public spaces in several US states, including California and New York.
• The use of e-cigarettes is banned on all school grounds in several US states, including Florida and Illinois.
• The use of e-cigarettes is banned in all enclosed public spaces in the UK.
• The use of e-cigarettes is banned in enclosed public spaces in Canada.
• The use of e-cigarettes is banned in enclosed public spaces in Australia.
• The use of e-cigarettes among US middle and high school students tripled between 2013 and 2014.
• The most common reason given by adults for using e-cigarettes is to quit smoking traditional cigarettes.
• The most popular e-cigarette flavor in the US is fruit, followed by menthol and mint.

FAQs

What is vaping?

Vaping is the act of inhaling and exhaling the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or other similar device.

How many people vape in the US?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.5% of adults in the US use electronic cigarettes or vaping products.

Is vaping safer than smoking?

While e-cigarettes are generally thought to be less harmful than traditional cigarettes, they are not without risk. The long-term health effects of vaping are still unknown, and some studies have suggested that e-cigarette use may increase the risk of certain health problems.

Why do people vape?

Some people turn to e-cigarettes as an alternative to smokeless tobacco or other nicotine products, while others use them as a way to quit smoking traditional cigarettes. Curiosity and peer pressure are also common reasons cited by youth who start using e-cigarettes.

Are there any restrictions on vaping?

Yes, there are restrictions on where e-cigarettes can be used in many states and countries. In some places, e-cigarette use is banned in enclosed public spaces, on school grounds, and in government buildings. E-cigarettes are also not allowed on most US airlines or college campuses.

Conclusion

As we come to the end of this blog, it's important to remember that while vaping may seem like a safer alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes, it's not without its risks.

The long-term health effects of vaping are still unknown, and studies have suggested that e-cigarette use may increase the risk of certain health problems such as respiratory infections, heart disease, and cancer.

It's crucial for both adults and youth to understand these risks before turning to e-cigarettes as a solution. Let us all work together in raising awareness about the dangers of vaping and promoting healthier alternatives for those looking to quit smoking.

References

https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/Quick-Facts-on-the-Risks-of-E-cigarettes-for-Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults.html

https://truthinitiative.org/research-resources/emerging-tobacco-products/e-cigarettes-facts-stats-and-regulations

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/5-truths-you-need-to-know-about-vaping

https://www.lung.ca/lung-health/lung-info/lung-statistics/vaping-statistics

https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2019/02/vaping-rises-among-teens

https://www.statista.com/chart/30105/respondents-who-vape/