The chart highlights the distribution of median household income across U.S. states from 2020 to 2025, showing notable economic disparities and leading performers. Maryland ranks the highest with a total median household income of $14.1 billion, reflecting strong economic activity. New Jersey follows closely at $12.9 billion, while Massachusetts records $12.3 billion, indicating consistent high-income levels. Hawaii reaches $11.7 billion, and California follows with $11.1 billion, driven by population and economic scale. Mid-level states like New Hampshire ($10.5 billion), Alaska ($9.9 billion), and Connecticut ($9.3 billion) also reflect robust earnings. Washington and Virginia stand at $8.7 billion and $8.1 billion, respectively. Lower in the rankings, states like Rhode Island ($6.9 billion), Minnesota ($6.3 billion), and Oregon ($6.25 billion) still maintain solid income levels. Delaware closes the list with $5 billion, highlighting the variation in household earnings nationwide.
| Labels | Total (2020–2025) (USD billions) |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 14.1 |
| New Jersey | 12.9 |
| Massachusetts | 12.3 |
| Hawaii | 11.7 |
| California | 11.1 |
| New Hampshire | 10.5 |
| Alaska | 9.9 |
| Connecticut | 9.3 |
| Washington | 8.7 |
| Virginia | 8.1 |
| Colorado | 7.5 |
| Rhode Island | 6.9 |
| Minnesota | 6.3 |
| Oregon | 6.25 |
| North Dakota | 5.7 |
| New York | 5.58 |
| Illinois | 5.46 |
| Utah | 5.34 |
| Vermont | 5.22 |
| Delaware | 5.0 |
