COVID Vaccine Eligibility by State
As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues, several U.S. states have expanded their eligibility criteria in recent weeks, offering shots to people aged 16 and older.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for people aged 16 and older, while the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson drugs are recommended for those 18 and over.
More than 168.5 million doses have been administered and more than 63 million people have been fully vaccinated, according to the latest CDC report.
Below is the latest vaccine eligibility for each state, listed in alphabetical order.
Alabama
Since April 5, all residents aged 16 and older have been eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. See the state health department website for more information.
Alaska
Since March 31, "anyone living or working in Alaska age 16 or older can be vaccinated at no cost," according to the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services. See the department's site for more information.
Arizona
Registration at Arizona's state-operated COVID-19 vaccination sites in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties was opened to all residents aged 16 and older on March 24, according to a statement from the office of Gov. Doug Ducey.
"State sites complement county vaccination programs and the growing availability of vaccine at pharmacies and federally qualified health centers participating in federal vaccination programs," the statement said.
To find out more, go to the website of the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Arkansas
All residents aged 16 and older can now receive a vaccine. See the website of the Arkansas Department of Health for details.
California
Every California resident aged 16 or older will be eligible for vaccination from April 15. "Vaccination of people younger than 16 will start as soon as the COVID-19 vaccines are approved for them," said the state health department.
As of April 6, those eligible include all people aged 50 and older as well as those 16 and older who are at higher risk. See the state health department website for more information.
Colorado
The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment states that the "general public age 16 and over" is now eligible for vaccination.
The department said: "We may continue to prioritize by age in phase 2 if we remain constrained by supply," adding that prioritization was "subject to change based on data, science, availability." See the department's website for more information.
Connecticut
Since April 1, all individuals aged 16 and older who live, work or attend school in Connecticut have been eligible. See the state government website for more information.
Delaware
The Delaware government says: "All persons 16+ may now sign up for the state waitlist or through a pharmacy site. Though you are eligible now, it may still take a few weeks to make vaccination appointments based on the size of this group." Find out more at the state government website.
Florida
Since April 5, all Florida residents aged 18 and older have been eligible for vaccination. Individuals aged 16 and 17 who receive the Pfizer shot "must be accompanied by a guardian and complete the COVID-19 vaccine screening and consent form," says the Florida Department of Health. Go to the website for more information.
Georgia
All those aged 16 and older are now eligible to receive a vaccine. See the Georgia Department of Public Health website for more information.
Hawaii
People aged 16 and older are eligible for vaccination on the islands of Hawaii, Maui, Kauai, Molokai and Lanai.
Eligibility on the island of Oahu is currently limited to people aged 60 and over and those with certain chronic medical conditions. An "incremental rollout of other essential workers" is also in place in Oahu.
See the Hawaii government website for more information.
Idaho
Anyone aged 16 or over who lives or works in Idaho is eligible for the vaccine. Those interested can add their name to a list at the state health department website.
Illinois
The Illinois rollout was expanded on March 29 to include restaurant staff, construction trade workers and religious leaders. From April 12, all residents aged 16 and over will be eligible. See the state government website for more information.
Indiana
The Indiana government website says: "Anyone age 16 and older may now schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment." Go to the website to find out more.
Iowa
On April 5, eligibility in Iowa was expanded to include all those aged 16 and older. See the state government website for more information.
Kansas
Kansas is in the fifth and final phase of its rollout, "meaning anyone age 16+ is eligible for a vaccine," according to the state health department. See the department's website for more information.
Kentucky
Since April 5, all persons aged 16 and older have been eligible for vaccination. See the Kentucky government website for more information.
Louisiana
On March 29, all eligibility restrictions on vaccination in Louisiana were dropped. Anyone 16 years and older can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine. See the website of the Louisiana Department of Health for more information.
Maine
All Maine residents aged 16 and over can now receive a vaccine in the state, says the government website. Go to the site for more information.
Maryland
Since April 6, all those aged 16 and older have been welcome at the state's mass vaccination sites.
"On April 12, all Marylanders 16 and older will be eligible for vaccination through all providers," says the state government website. See the site for details.
Massachusetts
Massachusetts is in the second phase of its rollout and is offering vaccinations to groups including people aged 55 and older, those with certain medical conditions and certain workers such as educators.
All those not included in previous categories will become eligible for vaccination in the third phase, which begins on April 19. See the state government website for more information.
Michigan
Since April 5, all areas of the state have been allowed to vaccinate people aged 16 and older who were not previously eligible "as vaccine supplies are available." See the state government website for more information.
Minnesota
All Minnesotans aged 16 and older have been eligible since March 30.
The state government says: "Minnesota has directed providers to prioritize vaccine appointments for people most at risk of getting COVID-19, or those who could develop severe illness if infected. This includes older Minnesotans, those with underlying health conditions, and those in essential jobs." See the state government website for more information.
Mississippi
All those aged 16 and over can now receive the vaccine. The Mississippi State Department of Health says: "COVID-19 vaccinations are provided to Mississippi residents only, or to out-of-state residents who work in Mississippi.
"If you are 18 or older, you can be vaccinated at any of our drive-through sites at no cost. Persons younger than 18 should make a drive-through site appointment by calling 877-978-6453, or visit a private healthcare provider for COVID-19 vaccination to ensure that they receive a vaccine approved for their age."
See the department's website for more information.
Missouri
The state has activated phases 1A, 1B and 2 of its rollout, providing shots to people aged 65 and older, adults with certain health conditions (such as cancer or a weakened immune system) and essential workers (such as health care, education and food industry staff).
All Missouri residents will become eligible from April 9. See the government website for more information.
Montana
All Montana residents aged 16 and older have been eligible for vaccination since April 1. See the website of the Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services for more information.
Nebraska
The state has moved to Phase 2B of its rollout, which extends eligibility to all Nebraskans aged 16 to 49, according to a statement on Tuesday from the office of Gov. Pete Ricketts.
"Vaccine appointments are for Nebraska residents. If you are not a Nebraska resident please register with your state of residency," says the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. See the department's website for more information.
Nevada
Since April 5, all residents aged 16 and older have been eligible for vaccination.
The office of Gov. Steve Sisolak said in a statement on March 17: "While Nevadans aged 16 and over will be eligible to schedule appointments beginning on April 5, appointment availability may be limited for the first few weeks based on dose allocation provided by the federal government, and state officials encourage Nevadans to be patient with the process."
See the Nevada government website for more information.
New Hampshire
Vaccine eligibility in New Hampshire was opened up to people aged 16 and over on April 2, Gov. Chris Sununu announced. See the government website for more information.
New Jersey
From April 19, all those 16 and older will be eligible for vaccination. Appointments are currently limited to those aged 55 and over, those between 16 and 54 who have certain health conditions, and essential workers including health care staff. See the New Jersey government website for more information.
New Mexico
Residents who are 16 and older can now receive the vaccine. See the website of the New Mexico Department of Health for more information.
New York
All New York residents aged 16 and above are eligible for vaccination. Go to the state government website to find out more.
North Carolina
Vaccine eligibility in North Carolina now includes all those aged 16 and older. See the website of the Department of Health and Human Services for more information.
North Dakota
Vaccine eligibility was opened up to the general public (aged 16 and older) on March 29. See the website of the North Dakota health department for more information.
Ohio
People aged 16 and older have been eligible for vaccination since March 29. Go to the state health department website for more information.
Oklahoma
Since March 29, those aged 16 and older have been eligible for vaccination. "Vaccine appointments are for Oklahoma residents only. If you are not an Oklahoma resident expect to be turned away," says the State Department of Health. See the department's website for more information.
Oregon
On April 19, eligibility will be expanded to all those aged 16 and over. The state is in Phase 1B of its rollout, offering vaccinations to people aged 65 and older, those aged between 16 and 64 who have underlying health conditions and several other groups. Go to the Oregon Health Authority website for more information.
Pennsylvania
All residents will be eligible for vaccination from April 19. Eligibility was expanded on April 5 to include people in congregate settings and workers in industries such as manufacturing, public transit and education.
See the website of the Pennsylvania Department of Health for more information.
Rhode Island
The state expects to expand eligibility to people aged 16 to 39 by the week beginning April 19.
The Rhode Island Department of Health said in March: "This does not mean that everyone will be able to get an appointment by April 19. This is when we think we can open eligibility for everyone."
Since April 5, people aged 50 and over who live, work or go to school in the state have been eligible. Go to the Department of Health website for more information.
South Carolina
All residents aged 16 and older have been eligible to receive the vaccine since March 31. See the website of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control for more information.
South Dakota
On April 5, eligibility was opened up to all those aged 16 and older. See the website of the South Dakota Department of Health for more information.
Tennessee
All residents 16 and over are now eligible for vaccination. Go to the Tennessee state government website for more information.
Texas
Since March 29, everyone 16 and older in Texas has been eligible to receive a vaccine. See the website of the Texas Department of State Health Services for more information.
Utah
Vaccine eligibility in Utah has been expanded to include all those aged 16 and older. See the government website for more information.
Vermont
Vaccine eligibility is due to be opened to people aged between 16 and 29 on April 19, said Gov. Phil Scott in March.
On April 5, eligibility was extended to those aged 40 and older. A week later on April 12, it will be expanded to people in their thirties.
See the website of the Vermont Department of Health for more information.
Virginia
All those aged 16 and older will be eligible for vaccination from April 18, Gov. Ralph Northam has announced. See the Virginia government website for more information.
Washington
Eligibility will be extended to people aged 16 and over on April 15.
The state is currently in Phase 1B tiers 3 and 4 of its rollout. Vaccines are being offered to those "16 years or older with two or more co-morbidities or underlying conditions, people age 60 and older, people, staff and volunteers in certain congregate living settings, and high-risk critical workers in certain congregate settings," according to the Washington State Department of Health.
Go to the department's website for more information.
West Virginia
The West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources states: "All West Virginians 16 years of age and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Those 65 years of age and older will continue to be prioritized."
See the department's website for more information.
Wisconsin
Everyone 16 and older in Wisconsin is now eligible for the vaccine.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said: "Vaccine providers will prioritize previously eligible groups. Based on the amount of vaccine doses available, it will take time for everyone in Wisconsin to get vaccinated.
See the department's website for more information.
Wyoming
All Wyoming counties are now offering vaccines to the general public, according to the Department of Health.
"Individuals in previous Phase 1 priority groups who have not been vaccinated and would like to can also access appointments and clinics," it added.
See the department's website for more information.
The wider picture
Coronavirus has infected more than 132.6 million people, including over 30.8 million in the U.S., since it was first reported in Wuhan, China.
More than 2.8 million people have died worldwide and more than 75.3 million have recovered as of Wednesday, according to Johns Hopkins.
The graphic below, produced by Statista, shows the total number of COVID-19 vaccine doses distributed and administered in the U.S.
The graphic below, also produced by Statista, shows the number of vaccine doses administered per 100 people in different countries.
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