The chart presents the states with the highest average public health spending between 2020 and 2025, reflecting their investment priorities in healthcare. California leads the ranking with an average spending of $42.5 billion, followed by New York at $41 billion, indicating strong state-level health initiatives. Massachusetts stands at $39.75 billion, while Alaska records $38.45 billion, showing robust per capita investments. Maryland and Connecticut report $37.1 billion and $36.5 billion, respectively, positioning themselves among the top health spenders. New Jersey contributes $36 billion, and Hawaii spends $35.5 billion, highlighting significant healthcare commitments. Oregon and Minnesota follow with $35 billion and $34.5 billion, while Vermont is at $34 billion. The lower end includes Delaware at $30.5 billion and North Dakota at $30.15 billion. These figures demonstrate wide spending variations but underline strong public health prioritization across multiple states.
| Labels | Average Spending 2020–2025 (USD) |
|---|---|
| California | 42.5 |
| New York | 41 |
| Massachusetts | 39.75 |
| Alaska | 38.45 |
| Maryland | 37.1 |
| Connecticut | 36.5 |
| New Jersey | 36 |
| Hawaii | 35.5 |
| Oregon | 35 |
| Minnesota | 34.5 |
| Vermont | 34 |
| Washington | 33.5 |
| Rhode Island | 33 |
| Illinois | 32.5 |
| New Hampshire | 32.05 |
| Maine | 31.5 |
| Colorado | 31 |
| Montana | 30.7 |
| Delaware | 30.5 |
| North Dakota | 30.15 |
