Free Top 10 States with the Highest Average Student Loan Debt (2020–2025) Chart
The chart highlights the U.S. states with the highest projected student loan debt by 2025, emphasizing the growing financial burden on graduates. Connecticut records the highest average student loan debt at 21.6 billion USD, reflecting the state’s significant higher education costs. New Hampshire follows with 19 billion USD, while Pennsylvania ranks third at 18 billion USD. Rhode Island and Delaware trail closely with 17.4 and 16.8 billion USD, respectively, showing similar upward debt trends. Massachusetts stands at 16.3 billion USD, while Georgia reports 15.6 billion USD in total student loans. New Jersey records 15 billion USD, highlighting student financial challenges in the Northeast region. Meanwhile, North Dakota and Minnesota, though smaller states, also show notable debt levels of 14.5 and 14 billion USD. Overall, the data reflects how student debt continues to surge across both large and small states, underlining the broader national issue of educational affordability and repayment strain.
| Labels | Average Student Loan Debt (2025, USD billions) |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | 21.6 |
| New Hampshire | 19 |
| Pennsylvania | 18 |
| Rhode Island | 17.4 |
| Delaware | 16.8 |
| Massachusetts | 16.3 |
| Georgia | 15.6 |
| New Jersey | 15 |
| North Dakota | 14.5 |
| Minnesota | 14 |
