What is the average size of a hospital?

The average size of a hospital can vary widely based on location and type, but in the United States, most hospitals typically have between 100 to 400 beds. Smaller community hospitals may have around 25 to 100 beds, while larger academic medical centers can exceed 500 beds. Additionally, the overall size in terms of square footage can range from 100,000 to 500,000 square feet or more, depending on the services offered and the patient population served.