{"id":21388,"date":"2023-01-09T17:20:37","date_gmt":"2023-01-09T22:20:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/?p=21388"},"modified":"2026-01-28T14:42:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T19:42:03","slug":"employee-wellness-statistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/employee-wellness-statistics\/","title":{"rendered":"120 Employee Wellness Statistics for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/125-Employee-Wellness-Stats-For-2023-1024x484.jpg\" alt=\"Employees reading wellness statistics for 2023\" class=\"wp-image-21391\" style=\"width:712px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/125-Employee-Wellness-Stats-For-2023-1024x484.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/125-Employee-Wellness-Stats-For-2023-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/125-Employee-Wellness-Stats-For-2023-768x363.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/125-Employee-Wellness-Stats-For-2023-1536x727.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/125-Employee-Wellness-Stats-For-2023-2048x969.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee wellness is a critical issue for businesses of all sizes in today\u2019s competitive and demanding workplace. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/importance-of-employee-health-in-the-workplace\/\">Employee health<\/a> and satisfaction have been linked to increased productivity, better engagement, and higher profitability. Having access to the latest employee wellness statistics can help employers understand the impact of creating a healthier work environment and aid in building an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-program\">employee wellness program<\/a> or plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employee wellness covers a wide range of topics such as physical fitness, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/mental-health-in-the-workplace\/\">mental health<\/a>, work-life balance and so much more. This article will explore a variety of employee wellness statistics and how they can impact an organization\u2019s success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-benefits-of-employee-wellness-program-statistics\">11 Benefits of Employee Wellness Program Statistics&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/89-of-employees-working-for-companies-with-wellness-programs-are-engaged-and-happy-with-their-job.png\" alt=\"11 Benefits of Employee Wellness Program Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27353\" style=\"width:442px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/89-of-employees-working-for-companies-with-wellness-programs-are-engaged-and-happy-with-their-job.png 650w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/89-of-employees-working-for-companies-with-wellness-programs-are-engaged-and-happy-with-their-job-300x231.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fifty-six percent of employees had <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fewer sick days<\/a> because of wellness programs. (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eighty-nine percent of employees <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/652769\/despite-employer-prioritization-employee-wellbeing-falters.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">don\u2019t feel their company truly cares about their well-being<\/a>. (Gallup, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over half of best-in-class large employers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajg.com\/us\/2024-us-workforce-trends-report-best-in-class-benchmarking-analysis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">have well-being initiatives<\/a> and seventy percent incentivize program participation. (Gallagher, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seventy-two percent of employers saw a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reduction in healthcare costs<\/a> after implementing a wellness program. (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The average return-on-investment (ROI) for employee wellness programs is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">six-to-one<\/a>. (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myshortlister.com\/insights\/employee-financial-wellness-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ninety percent of employers<\/a> believe financial wellness programs are very or somewhat effective. (Shortlister, 2022)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eighty-nine percent of employees who work for companies with wellness programs <a href=\"http:\/\/ttps\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-engagement-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">report being happy with their job and would recommend it to others<\/a>. (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Companies with corporate wellness programs report a <a href=\"https:\/\/gitnux.org\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16% increase in employee satisfaction<\/a>. (Gitnux, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For every dollar spent on corporate wellness programs, companies can expect an <a href=\"https:\/\/gitnux.org\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">average return of $3.27 in lower healthcare costs<\/a>. (Gitnux, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Companies with wellness programs report a <a href=\"https:\/\/gitnux.org\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">20% increase in employee productivity<\/a>. (Gitnux, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kff.org\/report-section\/ehbs-2023-section-12-health-screening-and-health-promotion-and-wellness-programs-and-disease-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twenty-nine percent of large firms with wellness program incentives<\/a> consider these incentives to be &#8220;very effective&#8221; in achieving employee participation, while another 63% view them as &#8220;somewhat effective.&#8221; (KFF, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-employee-wellness-industry-investment-statistics\">7 Employee Wellness Industry Investment Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"306\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/7-Employee-Wellness-Industry-Investment-Statistics.png\" alt=\"7 Employee Wellness Industry Investment Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27878\" style=\"width:206px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/7-Employee-Wellness-Industry-Investment-Statistics.png 306w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/7-Employee-Wellness-Industry-Investment-Statistics-184x300.png 184w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 306px) 100vw, 306px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sixty-four percent of brokers indicate that companies are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">investing more in wellness engagement programs<\/a> in 2025. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ninety-five percent of brokers report that some or all of their <a href=\"https:\/\/clients%20invest%20in%20rewards%20and%20incentives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">clients invest in rewards and incentives<\/a> to optimize their wellness programs. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brokers report that mental health and well-being is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most popular employee benefit category in 2025<\/a>, with eighty-six percent indicating that companies are investing more in these benefits. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight management is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fastest growing benefit in 2025<\/a>. This year, seventy-five percent of brokers reported increased client investment in weight management &#8211; a 109% rise compared to brokers surveyed in 2023. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sixty-six percent of brokers report increased employer investment in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">preventive health programs<\/a> and 16% cite significant growth in this area. (Wellable, 2025)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fifty-eight percent of organizations plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boost spending for disease management programs<\/a>\u2014targeting chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension\u2014in 2025. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To combat rising levels of burnout in 2025, employers are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prioritizing accessible and scalable solutions<\/a>. Eighty-three percent of brokers report increased client investment in mental health programs, with significant investment in stress management and resilience (70%) and mindfulness and meditation (55%) as well. (Wellable, 2025)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-employee-mental-health-statistics\">15 Employee Mental Health Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2211.q702.034.S.m005.c12.mental-health-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"15 Employee Mental Health Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-25128\" style=\"width:418px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2211.q702.034.S.m005.c12.mental-health-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2211.q702.034.S.m005.c12.mental-health-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2211.q702.034.S.m005.c12.mental-health-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2211.q702.034.S.m005.c12.mental-health-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2211.q702.034.S.m005.c12.mental-health-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee mental health is an essential component of overall employee well-being. When employees can maintain healthy and positive mental states, they can take on their roles with confidence and enthusiasm, leading to higher productivity and job satisfaction. Employers must create an environment that encourages employees to take care of their mental health, including offering access to resources like counseling and mental health services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, employers should promote supportive practices within their workplace such as regular check-ins with employees, flexible work hours, and a collaborative yet stress-free atmosphere. By taking these steps to cultivate an environment of mental health and well-being, employers can help their team members stay engaged and motivated to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nami.org\/support-education\/publications-reports\/survey-reports\/the-2024-nami-workplace-mental-health-poll\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy-four percent of full-time US employees<\/a> believe it\u2019s acceptable to talk about mental health at work, yet only 58% feel comfortable doing so. (NAMI Mental Health Poll, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/issues\/2023\/mental-health-america-access-care-data\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Over half of individuals with mental illness<\/a> do not receive treatment, often delaying or avoiding help due to fears of discrimination or potential job and income loss. (MHA, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/349484\/state-of-the-global-workplace.aspx#ite-645944\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twenty percent of employees report feeling lonely<\/a> daily, with workers under 35 reporting higher levels of loneliness compared to their older counterparts. (Gallup, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/get.headspace.com\/2024-workforce-state-of-mind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ninety-eight percent of employees<\/a> acknowledge that global trends affect their mental health at work, and 90% believe their employer should address their needs during significant global events. (Headspace, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/get.headspace.com\/2024-workforce-state-of-mind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ninety-seven percent of employees<\/a> report that their mental and emotional well-being has suffered due to their manager\u2019s actions in the past year, with 43% citing a lack of understanding of work-life balance and unequal treatment of team members as key contributors. (Headspace, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/issues\/state-mental-health-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twenty-five percent of adults<\/a> with frequent mental distress are unable to see a doctor due to cost, a 2% increase from the previous report. (MHA, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sixty-eight percent of workers worry that <a href=\"https:\/\/resumelab.com\/career-advice\/mental-health-at-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">disclosing a mental health condition would harm their professional reputation.<\/a> (ResumeLab, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mhanational.org\/issues\/2024\/mental-health-america-prevalence-data\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twenty-three percent of US adults<\/a> experience a mental illness annually, equivalent to nearly 60 million Americans. (MHA, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/depression\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Five percent of adults<\/a> globally experience depression. (WHO, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nami.org\/support-education\/publications-reports\/survey-reports\/the-2024-nami-workplace-mental-health-poll\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fifty-two percent of employees<\/a> have experienced job-related burnout in the past year, and 37% reported feeling so overwhelmed that it hindered their job performance. (NAMI, 2024)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seventy-three percent of employees believe a <a href=\"https:\/\/resumelab.com\/career-advice\/mental-health-at-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">low salary contributes to poor mental health<\/a>. (ResumeLab, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-third of employees say that taking <a href=\"https:\/\/resumelab.com\/career-advice\/mental-health-at-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mental health days off from work would positively impact their well-being<\/a>. (ResumeLab, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/pubs\/reports\/work-in-america\/2023-workplace-health-well-being\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fifty-five percent of employees<\/a> believe their employer overestimates the mental healthiness of the work environment, and 43% fear negative consequences if they disclose a mental health condition at work. (APA, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/pubs\/reports\/work-in-america\/2023-workplace-health-well-being\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fifteen percent of employees<\/a> report that their employer provides company-wide mental health days, and just 12% have on-site personnel who have received mental health training. (APA, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eighty-six percent of brokers report that their clients plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">invest more in mental health solutions in 2025<\/a>. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-employee-financial-wellness-statistics\">13 Employee Financial Wellness Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/13-Employee-Financial-Wellness-Statistics-1024x736.jpg\" alt=\"13 Employee Financial Wellness Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27871\" style=\"width:462px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/13-Employee-Financial-Wellness-Statistics-1024x736.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/13-Employee-Financial-Wellness-Statistics-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/13-Employee-Financial-Wellness-Statistics-768x552.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/13-Employee-Financial-Wellness-Statistics-1536x1103.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/13-Employee-Financial-Wellness-Statistics-2048x1471.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee financial wellness is a key factor in overall employee well-being. When employees have a better understanding of their finances and have access to financial resources, they are more likely to be productive, engaged, and successful in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A comprehensive financial wellness program can include education about budgeting, savings, debt repayment options, retirement planning, and other topics to help employees understand and manage their finances. Having a financial wellness program in place is not only beneficial for employees but also for employers\u2014it provides an opportunity to show employees that they are valued and supported, leading to greater morale and productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightplan.com\/2024-wellness-barometer-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ninety-one percent of employees are stressed about their finances<\/a>, driven by inflation, high cost of living, higher interest rates, a potential recession, and market volatility. (BrightPlan, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightplan.com\/2024-wellness-barometer-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ninety-two percent of leaders<\/a> feel their company provides the financial guidance, support, and tools necessary for employees to reach their life goals, while only 56% of employees share this sentiment. (BrightPlan, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only 19% of workers are <a href=\"https:\/\/business.bofa.com\/content\/dam\/flagship\/workplace-benefits\/id20_0905\/documents\/employee-wellness-America.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">on track for retirement<\/a>. (Bank of America, 2024)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gallup.com\/poll\/609221\/economic-mood-improves-inflation-vexing-americans.aspx#:~:text=Inflation%20Continues%20to%20Affect%20a,rather%20than%20the%20rate%20itself.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sixty-three percent of US adults<\/a> report that inflation has caused financial strain, with 17% experiencing severe hardship impacting their standard of living, 46% facing moderate hardship without affecting their living standards, and 37% reporting no hardship from inflation. (Gallup, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fifty-nine percent of employees say that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/us\/en\/services\/consulting\/business-transformation\/library\/employee-financial-wellness-survey.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">compensation isn\u2019t keeping up with the rising cost of living expenses<\/a>. Forty-nine percent report difficulty in meeting household expenses on time each month (up from 41% the previous year). Among those with credit card balances, 44% struggle to make minimum payments on time each month (up from 37% the previous year). (PwC, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/us\/en\/services\/consulting\/business-transformation\/library\/employee-financial-wellness-survey.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy-four percent of employees seek financial guidance<\/a> when faced with decisions, crises, or life events. (PwC, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial stress negatively impacts employee well-being, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightplan.com\/hubfs\/Wellness%20Barometer%20Survey%20Assets\/BrightPlan%202024%20Wellness%20Barometer%20Survey.pdf?hsCtaTracking=e3c4d159-39d5-4717-b46d-7b19f68650b9%7Cc0ec8ffa-3929-4915-9af9-7899a3ff0e52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">workers reporting a decline<\/a> in their mental health (72%), social health (65%), and physical health (62%). (BrightPlan, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sixty-eight percent of employees have utilized their employer\u2019s services <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/us\/en\/services\/consulting\/business-transformation\/library\/employee-financial-wellness-survey.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">to improve their personal finances<\/a>. (PwC, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/us\/en\/services\/consulting\/business-transformation\/library\/employee-financial-wellness-survey.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy-three percent of financially stressed employees<\/a> are drawn to employers that prioritize their financial well-being. (PwC, 2023)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightplan.com\/hubfs\/Wellness%20Barometer%20Survey%20Assets\/BrightPlan%202024%20Wellness%20Barometer%20Survey.pdf?hsCtaTracking=e3c4d159-39d5-4717-b46d-7b19f68650b9%7Cc0ec8ffa-3929-4915-9af9-7899a3ff0e52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fifty-four percent of employees<\/a> report that financial stress impacts their productivity, and 52% say it affects their engagement at work. (BrightPlan, 2024)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees lose an average of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightplan.com\/2024-wellness-barometer-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seven hours of productivity weekly<\/a> due to financial stress, costing employers $183 billion annually. (BrightPlan, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.economistgroup.com\/press-centre\/economist-impact\/70-of-us-workers-would-be-willing-to-switch-jobs-for-better-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy percent of US workers<\/a> say they would change jobs for better benefits. (The Economist, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forty-five percent of brokers report that their clients plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">invest more in financial wellness programs in 2025<\/a>, marking an increase of 15% from 2024. (Wellable, 2025) &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-employee-anxiety-statistics\">12 Employee Anxiety Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/12-Employee-Anxiety-Statistics-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"12 Employee Anxiety Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27872\" style=\"width:394px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/12-Employee-Anxiety-Statistics-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/12-Employee-Anxiety-Statistics-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/12-Employee-Anxiety-Statistics-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/12-Employee-Anxiety-Statistics-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/12-Employee-Anxiety-Statistics-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee anxiety can have a serious impact on overall employee well-being. When employees are feeling anxious, their morale and motivation levels tend to be lower, which can lead to reduced productivity and engagement in the workplace. Anxiety can also result in frequent absences from work due to physical or psychological ailments, further reducing productivity and financial losses for companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Companies should strive to create a supportive work environment where employees feel safe and secure, as this helps to reduce feelings of anxiety and can improve overall employee well-being. Organizations must take proactive steps toward addressing the issues that may be causing employee anxiety to promote a positive and productive workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/learn-from-us\/from-the-experts\/blog-posts\/professional\/workplace-burnout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy-six percent of US workers<\/a> report that workplace stress negatively impacts their personal relationships. (ADAA, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress and anxiety negatively impact <a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">56% of employee workplace performance<\/a>. (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/learn-from-us\/from-the-experts\/blog-posts\/professional\/workplace-burnout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one million Americans miss work<\/a> each day due to stress. (ADAA, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Almost half of employees claim that <a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anxiety interferes with their professional connections<\/a>, prompting 73% to avoid social settings, 53% to get irritable, and 43% to avoid engaging in meetings. (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forty-four percent of employees manage stress at work by getting more sleep<\/a> most commonly. Other ways people cope with work-related stress include drinking caffeine more often (31%), smoking (27%), exercising regularly (25%), taking medication (23%), and consuming alcohol in larger quantities than usual (20%). (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Four in 10 employees constantly deal with stress or anxiety<\/a>, however, less than one in 10 have been diagnosed with an actual anxiety disorder. (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-fourths of employees state that <a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">work-related stress affects their personal lives<\/a>; this is more prevalent with men (83%) than women (72%). (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force published guidance <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/uspstf-recommends-anxiety-screenings-for-all-adults-under-65\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recommending that doctors assess all patients under 65 for anxiety<\/a> signs and symptoms. (NPR, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/understanding-anxiety\/social-anxiety-disorder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 million American adults are affected by Social anxiety disorder\u2014often marked by intense feelings of fear or discomfort in social situations.&nbsp;<\/a> (ADAA, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">primary sources of work-related stress<\/a> are: meeting deadlines (55%), working with others (53%), managing staff (50%), and addressing problems that come up (49%). (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forty-six percent of women report increased eating in response to stress (versus 27% of men) and 44% of women report talking to friends and family about work-related stress (versus 21% of men). More men engage in sex as a form of destressing from work (19% versus 10%), while others resort to illegal drug use (12% versus 2%). Therefore, <a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">women and men don\u2019t just have diverse stressors, but they also manage their anxiety differently<\/a>. (ADAA, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/workplace-stress-anxiety-disorders-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Only half of employees have talked to their employer about stress<\/a>. The top reasons preventing them from doing so are: fear their boss would think they are not interested or capable (34%), scared of being labeled \u201cweak\u201d (31%), thinking it could affect promotion opportunities (22%), worrying it would go in their file (22%), and fear of being laughed at or not taken seriously (20%). (ADAA, 2021)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-employee-substance-abuse-statistics\">8 Employee Substance Abuse Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Workplace-Substance-Abuse-scaled-e1680802659972-1024x594.jpg\" alt=\"8 Employee Substance Abuse Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-22273\" style=\"width:472px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Workplace-Substance-Abuse-scaled-e1680802659972-1024x594.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Workplace-Substance-Abuse-scaled-e1680802659972-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Workplace-Substance-Abuse-scaled-e1680802659972-768x445.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Workplace-Substance-Abuse-scaled-e1680802659972-1536x890.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Workplace-Substance-Abuse-scaled-e1680802659972-2048x1187.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee substance abuse can negatively affect overall employee well-being. Substance abuse can lead to physical ailments, emotional distress, and cognitive impairment that can impair an employee\u2019s performance and limit their ability to perform their job duties. This can result in decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and potential health risks for other employees and themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, substance abuse can create an increase in workplace conflicts and stress, leading to an unpleasant work environment for all. It is important for employers to be aware of the potential implications of substance abuse on employee well-being and to implement policies that support employees who need assistance with substance abuse issues. By providing access to resources such as education, counseling, and employee assistance programs, employers can support their employees in maintaining a safe and productive work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/issues\/state-mental-health-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eighteen percent of US adults reported having a substance use disorder<\/a> in the past year, 77% did not receive treatment. (MHA, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees who abuse substances are <a href=\"https:\/\/valleyspringrecovery.com\/addiction\/drug\/statistics\/workforce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">absent from work almost 5 weeks a year<\/a>, compared to the average of 3 weeks per year. (Valley Spring Recovery, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drugabuse.com\/addiction\/substance-abuse-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twenty percent of people have used marijuana for recreation while at their place of work<\/a> during working hours. In fact, close to 5% of those surveyed admit to using it daily and just over 13% say they use it more than once a month. (American Addiction Centers, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/get.headspace.com\/2024-workforce-state-of-mind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thirty-seven percent of employees<\/a> report that work has contributed to significant mental health challenges, including substance use and suicidal thoughts. (Headspace, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/data\/report\/2023-nsduh-detailed-tables\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">24 million (19.8%) US adults<\/a> with full-time employment experienced a substance use disorder in the past year, compared to 6.2 million (19.7%) of part-time employees. (SAMHSA, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nearly a quarter of people have <a href=\"https:\/\/drugabuse.com\/addiction\/substance-abuse-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">done drugs or drank alcohol while on the job<\/a>. (American Addiction Centers, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/working-on-addiction-in-the-workplace-2017063011941\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$81 billion<\/a> is lost in profits annually due to drug use in the workplace. (Harvard, 2017) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sixty-six percent of people admit to using alcohol on the job and over 22% confess they have used marijuana while working, highlighting that <a href=\"https:\/\/drugabuse.com\/addiction\/substance-abuse-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">many people turn to alcohol and drugs to get through their shifts at work<\/a>. Other popular substances include Oxycontin or Vicodin (used recreationally by 10%), codeine, Adderall, and Ritalin (hovering around 8%). (American Addiction Centers, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-employee-engagement-statistics\">10 Employee Engagement Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8635954-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"10 Employee Engagement Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-26645\" style=\"width:422px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8635954-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8635954-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8635954-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8635954-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8635954-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee engagement is a powerful tool that can be used to boost morale and create an environment of overall well-being. When employees feel engaged, they are more likely to be productive, creative, and motivated. Additionally, when employees understand the importance of their role and how it contributes to the overall success of their organization, they are more likely to remain loyal and motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employee engagement is an essential component of a healthy, happy, and productive workforce. By creating an environment that encourages engagement, organizations can cultivate a sense of belonging amongst employees and make great strides in achieving their organizational goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/394373\/indicator-employee-engagement.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About one-third (32%) of employees<\/a> are engaged in their work and workplace. (Gallup, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/394373\/indicator-employee-engagement.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sixteen percent of employees are actively disengaged at work<\/a>, potentially harming their work environment through negative attitudes or actions. (Gallup, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/401384\/indicator-hybrid-work.aspx#:~:text=On%2DSite%20Employees.-,In%20the%20latest%20reading%2C%20from%20a%20May%202024%20Gallup%20poll,%2Dremote%2Dcapable%20employees%20engaged.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thirty-seven percent of fully remote workers<\/a> are engaged, 36% of hybrid workers are engaged, and only 28% of fully on-site workers are engaged. (Gallup, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/workleap.com\/blog\/infographic-employee-feedback\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sixty-nine percent of employees<\/a> say they would work harder if they felt more recognized for their work efforts. (Workleap, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eighty-nine percent of Human Resource professionals state that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/employee-engagement-statistics-you-should-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ongoing feedback and clarity on expectations<\/a> is essential for increasing employee engagement. (Zippia, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-engagement-statistics\/#:~:text=89%25%20of%20employees%20working%20for%20companies%20with%20wellness,work%20and%20would%20recommend%20it%20to%20a%20friend.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eighty-nine percent of employees with wellness programs<\/a> are more engaged and happier with their job. (Zippia, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-engagement-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forty-seven percent of US employees<\/a> rate career advancement opportunities as very important for their engagement and satisfaction. (Zippia, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eighty-nine percent of HR professionals agree that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-engagement-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">regular feedback, check-ins, and recognition are key drivers of employee engagement<\/a>. (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highly engaged employees are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-engagement-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">87% less likely to leave their employer.<\/a> (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fifty-eight percent of employees say that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/employee-engagement-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">complacent leadership is the top reason they feel disengaged<\/a>. (Zippia, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-18-employee-stress-burnout-statistics\">18 Employee Stress &amp; Burnout Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tired-woman-sitting-at-table-on-work-flat-vector-illustration-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Stress &amp; Burnout\" class=\"wp-image-25210\" style=\"width:424px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tired-woman-sitting-at-table-on-work-flat-vector-illustration-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tired-woman-sitting-at-table-on-work-flat-vector-illustration-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tired-woman-sitting-at-table-on-work-flat-vector-illustration-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tired-woman-sitting-at-table-on-work-flat-vector-illustration-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tired-woman-sitting-at-table-on-work-flat-vector-illustration-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee stress and burnout can have serious negative impacts on employee well-being. When employees feel overwhelmed or unable to manage their workload, it can lead to feelings of burnout and lack of motivation. This can cause physical and mental health problems for employees and decrease job satisfaction. Employers should take steps to ensure their employees are not overworked or feeling burned out on the job, as this will help to ensure a healthier, more productive workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/lead\/indeeds-global-work-wellbeing-report-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fifty-nine percent of employees<\/a> feel stressed at work most of the time. (Indeed, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees in companies with poor management practices are nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/349484\/state-of-the-global-workplace.aspx#ite-645944\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">60% more likely to experience stress<\/a> compared to those in well-managed environments. (Gallup, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/info.calm.com\/WC-eGuide-TY-2024-02-2024VoiceoftheMarket.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fifty-eight percent of workers<\/a> globally feel they\u2019re constantly connected or available for work, with one in three frequently distracted by their devices and 32% reporting fatigue from being online for work. (Calm, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ninety-eight percent of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/human-resources-leads-all-professions-in-turnover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">human resource professionals have felt burnt out from work<\/a>, and 80% were willing to leave their jobs in the past year. (Workvivo, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ninety percent of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/blog\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">employees report less burnout<\/a> when their employer uses a recognition-based wellness program. In fact, they\u2019re also up to twice as likely to have a positive outlook on their lives and future. (Workhuman, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees who receive appropriate recognition at work are over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/blog\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">50% less likely to report frequent or constant burnout<\/a>. (Workhuman, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stress.org\/workplace-stress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy-six percent of US employees<\/a> report that workplace stress impacts their personal relationships. (American Institute of Stress, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/get.headspace.com\/2024-workforce-state-of-mind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forty-seven percent of employees and 66% of CEOs<\/a> report that most or all of their stress originates from work rather than personal life. (Headspace, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/5327495.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net\/hubfs\/5327495\/Headspace%202024%20Workforce%20State%20of%20Mind%20Report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seventy-seven percent of employees<\/a> in a study report that stress has negatively impacted their physical health and 37% report that it has contributed to severe mental health issues, including substance abuse or suicidal ideation. (Headspace, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thirty-six percent of workers state that their organizations have <a href=\"https:\/\/thrivemyway.com\/burnout-stats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nothing in place to help prevent employee burnout<\/a>. (Thrive My Way, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringover.com\/blog\/worst-industries-for-burnout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Three-quarters of employees feel burnt out<\/a>, citing heavy workloads (43%), lack of resources (37%), micromanagement (37%), and toxic work environments (35%) as the leading causes. (Ringover, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/burnout-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">44% of employees experience physical fatigue<\/a> from work-related stress, 36% experience cognitive weariness, and 32% experience emotional exhaustion. These physiological effects result in decreases in critical areas of their life, such as lack of interest, motivation, or energy (26%) and lack of effort at work (19%). (Zippia, 2023) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stress.org\/workplace-stress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Over five work hours are lost in productivity weekly<\/a> to employees thinking about their stressors. (American Institute of Stress, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/blog\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">annual cost of voluntary turnover due to burnout<\/a> is 15% to 20% of payroll budgets. That means employee well-being amounts to hundreds of millions of dollars each year. (Workhuman, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For every 10,000 employees, there is the potential to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/blog\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lose up to $20 million due to low well-being<\/a> and its negative effect on productivity. This worldwide cost of employee burnout adds up to a whopping $322 billion in terms of lost productivity and turnover. (Workhuman, 2024)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If employees are burned out, they aren\u2019t going to be performing their best at work. In fact, data shows that they are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/blog\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">63% more likely to not show up for work at all<\/a> and more than two times as likely to call in sick or look for a new job. (Workhuman, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees who receive the right recognition at work are up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/blog\/workplace-wellness-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">50% less likely to report being burned out<\/a> always or very often. (Workhuman, 2024) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seventy percent of brokers report that their clients plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">invest more in stress management and resilience programs in 2025<\/a>. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-employee-mindfulness-meditation-statistics\">6 Employee Mindfulness\/Meditation Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Mindfulness-pana.svg\" alt=\"6 Employee Mindfulness\/Meditation Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-13345\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness and meditation can be powerful tools for promoting employee well-being. Mindfulness training can reduce stress, improve focus, promote positive thinking, and increase emotional resilience. By encouraging employees to take part in mindfulness and meditation practices, employers can help create a healthier workplace culture that encourages creativity and productivity, as well as reduces risks associated with burnout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meditation improves anxiety levels <a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/meditation-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">60% of the time<\/a>. (Project Meditation, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/worklife\/article\/20210202-how-mindfulness-can-blunt-your-feelings-and-spike-anxiety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">25% of meditators experience adverse effects including panic attacks, depression, and dissociation.<\/a> This applies particularly to those predisposed towards engaging in processes related to mindfulness (self-observation, psychological distancing, threat attendance, and more). (BBC, 2021)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/mindfulnessbox.com\/how-many-people-meditate-in-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">275 million people meditate<\/a> worldwide. (Mindfulness Box, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practicing meditation for only four days can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6369542\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">increase your attention span<\/a>. (National Library of Medicine, 2019)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegoodbody.com\/meditation-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">There is an 87% risk reduction<\/a> of hospitalization for coronary heart disease for regular meditators. (The Good Body, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/yoga-what-you-need-to-know\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">94% of adults who practice yoga do it to improve their overall wellness<\/a>, as it has a plethora of physical benefits like managing stress, improving concentration and focus, building self-confidence, and increasing fitness. (NCCIH, 2023)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-exercise-walking-statistics\">4 Exercise\/Walking Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"4 Exercise\/Walking Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27875\" style=\"width:319px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4-Exercise-Walking-Statistics.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Regular exercise regimes combined with walking can help to improve employee well-being. Exercise increases endorphins, which helps to reduce stress and improve mood. Walking can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke and improve cognitive performance. Therefore, incorporating and encouraging exercise and walking into an employee\u2019s daily routine can provide numerous benefits to their physical and mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10,000 steps daily isn\u2019t necessary for significant health benefits\u2014walking just <a href=\"https:\/\/mcpress.mayoclinic.org\/nutrition-fitness\/does-hitting-10000-steps-a-day-really-make-a-difference\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4,500 steps a day<\/a> can reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, and dementia. (Mayo Clinic, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/epdf\/10.1111\/jgs.17477\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">40% of seniors<\/a> (65 years +) reported reduced physical activity and less time spent on their feet since 2020. (University of Michigan, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Those who walk for 30 to 60 minutes daily have a <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9289978\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">33% lower risk of mortality<\/a> compared to those who walk less. (NIH, 2022) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The World Health Organization\u2019s (WHO) Global Action Plan on Physical Activity (GAPPA) was established in 2018, with the goal of reducing global levels of physical inactivity by 15% by 2030. However, most nations have only adopted two of the GAPPA\u2019s twenty steps. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weforum.org\/agenda\/2022\/12\/lack-exercise-inactivity-preventable-diseases\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Only 74 of the 91 countries<\/a> that have a national action plan to reduce physical inactivity are \u201coperational\u201d. This sluggish and inconsistent implementation has resulted in little progress and, if nothing is done, could cost millions of lives and billions of dollars. (World Economic Forum, 2022) &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-employee-caregiving-wellness-statistics\">5 Employee Caregiving Wellness Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/5-Employee-Caregiving-Wellness-Statistics.png\" alt=\"5 Employee Caregiving Wellness Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27877\" style=\"width:378px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/5-Employee-Caregiving-Wellness-Statistics.png 650w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/5-Employee-Caregiving-Wellness-Statistics-300x231.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employee caregiving can have a positive impact on overall employee well-being. It plays a key role in creating an environment of support and understanding for employees and their families. Regularly engaging in caregiving activities, such as providing flexible working hours, childcare services, and other family-care benefits can help employees feel valued and supported, resulting in improved job satisfaction and morale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, caregiving initiatives have been linked to reductions in stress, anxiety, and absenteeism\u2014all of which contribute to increased productivity and a healthier workplace. Ultimately, investing in employee caregiving is a crucial step in helping to create a more positive work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guardianlife.com\/reports\/caregiving-in-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forty-one percent of caregivers<\/a> report low overall well-being, 32% more than non-caregivers. (Guardian, 2023)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wsj.com\/articles\/more-companies-start-to-offer-daycare-at-work-95d267bb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eleven percent of businesses now offer childcare<\/a>, up from just 5.5% pre-pandemic. (The Wall Street Journal, 2023)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sixty-eight percent of mothers pause their careers to spend more time with their children, realizing <a href=\"https:\/\/static1.squarespace.com\/static\/64b59b9fcb2a3337b2bd1322\/t\/6500e38acdb13d7093119d79\/1694557072026\/American_Mothers_On_Pause.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">motherhood is more important than work<\/a>. (Mother Untitled, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible work arrangements are the <a href=\"https:\/\/static1.squarespace.com\/static\/64b59b9fcb2a3337b2bd1322\/t\/6500e38acdb13d7093119d79\/1694557072026\/American_Mothers_On_Pause.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top priority for 85% of stay-at-home moms<\/a> who plan to return to work. (Mother Untitled, 2023)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Due to being a caregiver, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caregiver.org\/resource\/caregiver-statistics-work-and-caregiving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">working females may go through more economic hardships than males<\/a>. Sixteen percent of females tend to make different work arrangements like having a job with less demand (versus 6% of males), 12% quit their job entirely (versus 3% of males), and 7% lose benefits from their current place of employment (versus 3% of males). This highlights that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caregiver.org\/resource\/caregiver-statistics-work-and-caregiving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">working females may go through more economic hardships than males<\/a> due to being a caregiver. (Family Caregiver Alliance)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-interesting-employee-wellness-statistics\">5 Interesting Employee Wellness Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tiny-office-employees-working-in-abstract-caring-hands-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"5 Interesting Employee Wellness Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-24129\" style=\"width:482px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tiny-office-employees-working-in-abstract-caring-hands-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tiny-office-employees-working-in-abstract-caring-hands-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tiny-office-employees-working-in-abstract-caring-hands-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tiny-office-employees-working-in-abstract-caring-hands-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tiny-office-employees-working-in-abstract-caring-hands-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/info.calm.com\/rs\/541-LYF-023\/images\/2024-Voice-of-the-market-Report.pdf?version=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forty-nine percent of HR and benefits leaders<\/a> believe that incorporating AI tools in the workplace will positively influence employee mental health. (Calm, 2024)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eighty percent of companies that gauge employee happiness are more likely to have employees stay for another year. Surprisingly, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/lead\/wellbeing-must-be-a-business-strategy-not-an-afterthought\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">only half of businesses actively measure worker satisfaction<\/a>. (Indeed, 2022)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vigorous activity for 75 minutes or moderate activity for 150 minutes may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcrf.org\/diet-activity-and-cancer\/global-cancer-update-programme\/cancer-survivors\/breast-cancer-survivors-and-mortality-risk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reduce the risk of death from breast cancer by 14%<\/a>. In one study, the most active women had an estimated 44% reduced risk of death. (World Cancer Research Fund, 2022)&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees allocate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/tus\/#charts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">65% of the time gained from less commuting<\/a> hours towards engaging in leisure activities (+2.30 hours). (US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022) &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizations can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterup.com\/the-centered-organization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lose up to $900,000 per week<\/a> from absenteeism and lost productivity due to political friction. (BetterUp, 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-influencers-on-employer-wellness-benefits-decisions-statistics\">6 Influencers on Employer Wellness Benefits Decisions Statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"6 Influences On Employer Wellness Benefits Decisions Statistics\" class=\"wp-image-27879\" style=\"width:304px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Influences-On-Employer-Wellness-Benefits-Decisions-Statistics.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eighty-two percent of brokers identify costs as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">key decision-making factors<\/a> for employers. (Wellable, 2025) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seventy-two percent of brokers report that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">creating competitive benefits plans is highly influential<\/a> in shaping employer strategies. A robust benefits package is critical for employee retention. (Wellable, 2025) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sixty percent of brokers report that clients are concerned with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aligning benefits with employee interests<\/a>. (Wellable, 2025) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Twenty-one percent of brokers report that clients are significantly influenced by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ROI (return on investment) from benefit changes<\/a>, down 23% from 2024. (Wellable, 2025) &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only eleven percent of brokers say <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">macroeconomic conditions<\/a> are an important factor when making benefits decisions, down 30% from 2024. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only four percent of brokers view <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/employee-wellness-industry-trends-reports\/2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diversity, equity, and inclusion<\/a> as significantly influential in benefits decisions, down 35% from 2024. (Wellable, 2025)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>This article was last updated on February 19th, 2025<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore a variety of employee wellness statistics and how they can impact an organization\u2019s success. Employee wellness has never been more important. 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