Key Facts
Lilly at a Glance
Eli Lilly Asia, Inc. established in Hong Kong since 1984
A heritage of more than 145 years: Eli Lilly and Company founded on May 10, 1876
Headquarters located in Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A.
Approximately 35,000 employees worldwide
More than 8,100 employees engaged in research and development
Clinical research conducted in more than 55 countries
Research and development facilities located in 7 countries
Manufacturing plants located in 7 countries
Products marketed in 120 countries
Employees
as of December 31, 2021
Indianapolis: 10,317
Indiana (excluding Indianapolis): 87
U.S. (excluding Indiana): 5,201
Outside U.S.: 19,633
Worldwide total: 35,238
Research & Development
2021 Expenditures, U.S. Dollars
$7,026 million/year
~$28 million/workday
R&D as a percentage of sales: 25%
Employees engaged in R&D activities: ~8,100
Percentage of total workforce: 23%
Cost of Pharmaceuticals
Average cost to discover and develop a new drug: $2.6 billion
Average length of time from discovery to patient: 10 years