Free Top 10 U.S. States with the Highest Federal Aid Dependency (2015-2025) Chart
The chart shows that Mississippi has the highest federal aid dependency at 45.3% from 2015 to 2025, underscoring its significant reliance on federal support to sustain public programs and infrastructure. New Mexico follows closely with 43.2%, while West Virginia records 42%, reflecting their economic reliance on federal assistance. Kentucky stands at 40.7%, and Alabama at 39.9%, both indicating considerable fiscal dependency. Arizona is at 39.5%, and Louisiana at 38.6%, reflecting similar trends in regional reliance on aid. Arkansas shows 37.8%, with South Carolina at 37% and Montana at 36.5%, completing the top ten. This data highlights how some states rely more heavily on federal funding, often due to economic structure, population needs, or limited state revenue streams.
| Labels | Federal Aid Dependency (%) 2015–2025 |
|---|---|
| Mississippi | 45.3 |
| New Mexico | 43.2 |
| West Virginia | 42.0 |
| Kentucky | 40.7 |
| Alabama | 39.9 |
| Arizona | 39.5 |
| Louisiana | 38.6 |
| Arkansas | 37.8 |
| South Carolina | 37.0 |
| Montana | 36.5 |
