Facts about Disability

• There are more than 50 million consumers with disabilities in the United States; representing 18 percent of the population and almost 1 in 5 Americans.
• Discretionary spending power of people with disabilities nationwide is over $175 billion annually, more than twice the spending power of the teenage market. 
• Families, friends, caregivers, therapists, employers, healthcare professionals, organizations and agencies who are directly involved in the daily lives of people with disabilities vastly increase the size of this consumer group. 
• The disability market is loyal to businesses with disability aware customer service and accessibility.
• Approximately 4 million people have developmental disabilities nationwide.
• People with disabilities make up the fastest growing minority in the country.
• The number of adults with disabilities age 65 and over is projected to double by 2030.