CVS Health generates over $474 Billion in 2024 U.S. economic impact, supporting communities throughout the United States
CVS (NYSE: CVS) released its inaugural National Economic Impact Report on Dec 5, 2025, saying its operations deliver an annual $474 billion economic impact across the U.S. and support 1.3 million jobs nationwide.
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CVS (NYSE: CVS) released its inaugural National Economic Impact Report on Dec 5, 2025, saying its operations deliver an annual $474 billion economic impact across the U.S. and support 1.3 million jobs nationwide.
The report cites 300,000+ employees, approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations and >1,000 walk-in and primary care clinics, serving 185 million individuals and placing nearly 85% of Americans within 10 miles of a CVS pharmacy.
Other metrics include $58.6 billion in local, state and federal taxes, $239 million in community investments, and 84,000 volunteer hours. The report uses IMPLAN-based analysis by Parker Strategy Group.
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- $474 billion annual U.S. economic impact
- Supports 1.3 million jobs nationwide
- Generated $58.6 billion in local, state and federal taxes
- 300,000+ direct employees
- Operates ~9,000 retail pharmacies and >1,000 clinics
- Serves 185 million individuals; ~85% within 10 miles
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News Market Reaction – CVS
On Dec 5, the day this news came out, CVS closed 1.46% below the previous close.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Dec 5 session.
Key Figures
- Annual economic impact
- $474 billion
- National Economic Impact Report for U.S. economy
- Jobs supported
- 1.3 million jobs
- Total jobs supported nationwide by CVS operations
- Taxes generated
- $58.6 billion
- Local, state and federal taxes from CVS operations
- Americans near a CVS
- 85%
- Portion of Americans living within 10 miles of a CVS Pharmacy
- Individuals served
- 185 million
- People served by CVS Health across the U.S.
- Retail pharmacy locations
- 9,000 locations
- Approximate number of CVS retail pharmacies
- Medical clinics
- 1,000+ clinics
- Walk-in and primary care medical clinics
- Community investment
- $239 million
- Invested in community initiatives
Historical Context
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Showcased affordable housing investments and Prichard building restoration support.
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Named CEO David Joyner as Chair to support long-term strategic execution.
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Introduced Joyward seasonal decor and gifts brand across CVS retail channels.
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Launched generative AI assistant to simplify Aetna member navigation and benefits.
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Updated on Aetna Clinical Collaboration rollout and readmission reduction projections.
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New report highlights the company's role as a top
The report demonstrates how CVS Health delivers
"At CVS Health, our economic impact reaches far beyond our stores, clinics and facilities," said David Joyner, President and CEO, CVS Health. "To be America's most trusted health care company means that we help simplify care and improve health one person, one family, one community at a time. Through supporting over a million American jobs and generating significant tax revenue that helps fund schools, emergency services and infrastructure, we create stronger, more resilient communities across the country."
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Key highlights from the report*:
$474 billion - Approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, as well as more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics
- 300,000+ employees; 1.3 million jobs supported
$58.6 billion $239 million - 84,000 volunteer hours
"We are focused on helping improve communities across America. Supporting health and vitality is the foundation of our business," said Joyner. "From our beginnings as Consumer Value Store in
Explore the full National Economic Impact Report, including state-by-state data and community stories, at CVS Health National Economic Impact
*Source: Parker Strategy Group using data from CVS Health in IMPLAN
About CVS Health
CVS Health is a leading health solutions company building a world of health around every consumer, wherever they are. As of September 30, 2025, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 87 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated more than 37 million people through traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including highly rated Medicare Advantage offerings and a leading standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. The Company's integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.
Media contact
Ethan Slavin
860-273-6095
Ethan.Slavin@CVSHealth.com
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