States with the highest/lowest rates of C-sections that were least likely to be medically needed.
States with the highest rate
| State | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 29.4% |
| Louisiana | 28.8% |
| Mississippi | 28.6% |
| New York | 27.9% |
| Florida | 27.8% |
States with the lowest rate
| State | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Wyoming | 18.4% |
| Utah | 18.4% |
| Colorado | 18.6% |
| Idaho | 18.7% |
| Arizona | 19.9% |