This page provides data points and curated searches from OMH’s Knowledge Center library catalog related to heart disease within minority and tribal populations in the United States and its territories. The number of catalog records for each topic reflect the search results at the time of this page’s latest update.
Heart disease is a term for several conditions that affect how well the heart works. These conditions make it harder for the heart to transport blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the rest of the body. The most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease, where the blood supply to the heart is blocked due to a buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in the arteries. For some people, the first sign of this disease is a heart attack. High blood pressure (hypertension), high cholesterol, and smoking are major risk factors for heart disease. Other health conditions and lifestyle habits can also raise the risk, such as diabetes, obesity, an unhealthy diet, not getting enough physical activity, and drinking alcohol. Eating healthy foods, staying physically active, and managing stress can help lower your risk of heart disease.
American Indian/Alaska Native
In 2024, American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) adults were 30% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have coronary heart disease. In 2024, AI/AN adults were 16% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have high cholesterol. In 2022, AI/AN people were 14% less likely than the U.S. population overall to die from major heart and blood vessel diseases.
For additional data on heart disease and American Indians/Alaska Natives, please visit our Population Profiles.
Asian American
In 2024, Asian American adults were 28% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have coronary heart disease. In 2024, Asian American adults were 4% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have high cholesterol. In 2022, Asian Americans were 43% less likely than the U.S. population overall to die from major heart and blood vessel diseases.
For additional data on heart disease and Asian Americans, please visit our Population Profiles.
Black/African American
In 2024, Black/African American adults were 18% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have coronary heart disease. In 2024, Black/African American adults were 11% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have high cholesterol. In 2022, Black/African Americans were 35% more likely than the U.S. population overall to die from major heart and blood vessel diseases.
For additional data on heart disease and Black/African Americans, please visit our Population Profiles.
Hispanic/Latino
In 2024, Hispanic/Latino adults were 44% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have coronary heart disease. In 2024, Hispanic/Latino adults were 24% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have high cholesterol. In 2022, Hispanic/Latino Americans were 27% less likely than the U.S. population overall to die from major heart and blood vessel diseases.
For additional data on heart disease and Hispanic Americans, please visit our Population Profiles.
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
In 2024, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (NHPI) adults were 30% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have coronary heart disease. In 2024, NHPI adults were 27% less likely than U.S. adults overall to have high cholesterol. In 2022, NHPI people were 10% more likely than the U.S. population overall to die from major heart and blood vessel diseases.
For additional data on heart disease and Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders, please visit our Population Profiles.
Date Last Reviewed: February 2026