* Estimate is statistically different from the previous year shown at p<.05.
Note: Data on premium increases reflect the total cost of health insurance premiums for a family of four.
Source: Kaiser/HRET Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Benefits: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004; KPMG Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Benefits: 1996, 1998.