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 |
