COVID-19 Vaccines

Figuring out COVID-19 vaccines can feel complicated. This page is here to help you compare the numbers in a simple way: what are the risks of getting vaccinated versus the risks of catching COVID-19 without the protection of a vaccine?

Use the dropdown menu below to select your profile, and the risk calculations will update automatically.

Your Profile

First, select your age group. This helps estimate the risk of a serious illness.

Comparing the Risks

Chance of Getting Sick This Year

Let's start with the basic chance of getting sick with COVID-19 symptoms over a full year.

Risk of Severe Illness (Annual)

Here's where the vaccines make the biggest difference: preventing you from getting so sick that you need to go to the hospital. The numbers below are your estimated risks over a full year, based on the age group you selected.

About the Data

See the data page for all of the details on how these risks are calculated.

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