Free U.S. Top 10 States with the Highest Public Debt (2018–2025) Chart
The chart presents the states with the highest levels of public debt from 2018 to 2025, revealing significant fiscal burdens concentrated in a few major states. California leads with a staggering $2,455.7 billion, reflecting its large economy and expansive state expenditures. New York follows with $2,202.1 billion, showing similarly high obligations tied to its population and infrastructure. Texas stands at $1,631.6 billion, while Florida reaches $1,250.5 billion, highlighting growing debt in rapidly expanding states. Illinois records $1,235.3 billion, reflecting ongoing fiscal challenges. New Jersey holds $1,139.9 billion, while Pennsylvania comes in at $931.6 billion. Ohio reports $857.9 billion, and Michigan and Massachusetts close the list at $834.5 billion and $805.6 billion, respectively. These figures underscore the varying fiscal capacities and economic pressures of each state, particularly among the nation’s largest economies.
| Labels | Total Debt (2018–2025, USD billions) |
|---|---|
| California | 2455.7 |
| New York | 2202.1 |
| Texas | 1631.6 |
| Florida | 1250.5 |
| Illinois | 1235.3 |
| New Jersey | 1139.9 |
| Pennsylvania | 931.6 |
| Ohio | 857.9 |
| Michigan | 834.5 |
| Massachusetts | 805.6 |
