Health costs of pregnancy and childbirth in the U.S. 2020, by payer and birth
Between 2018 and 2020, the average additional health cost associated with pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care in the U.S. amounted to 18,865 U.S. dollars for women in large employer private health plans. Of which, 2,854 was paid out of pocket. The additional health cost of pregnancy and childbirth was even higher for those who had a cesarean section (c-section) compared to those who delivered their baby vaginally.*