Free Top 20 U.S. States by Housing Construction Permits Issued (2020-2025) Chart
The chart highlights strong housing development trends between 2020 and 2025, with Texas leading at 13.85 million permits issued, reflecting the state’s rapid urban growth and construction activity. California follows with 12.35 million permits, indicating consistently high housing demand. Florida ranks third with 11.35 million, also showing robust residential development. North Carolina and New York trail closely with 10.65 million and 10.35 million, respectively, while Arizona records 10.3 million. Mid-range states such as Georgia with 9.75 million, Virginia with 8.75 million, and Washington with 8.55 million show significant contributions to overall housing expansion. Ohio and Pennsylvania both have 7.8 million permits, while lower totals are noted in states like Indiana at 5 million and Missouri at 4.75 million. The data underscores how key states are addressing population growth and housing demand through increased construction activity over the five-year period.
| Labels | Total Permits (Count) |
|---|---|
| Texas | 13.85 |
| California | 12.35 |
| Florida | 11.35 |
| North Carolina | 10.65 |
| New York | 10.35 |
| Arizona | 10.3 |
| Georgia | 9.75 |
| Virginia | 8.75 |
| Washington | 8.55 |
| Ohio | 7.8 |
| Pennsylvania | 7.8 |
| Illinois | 7.3 |
| Colorado | 7.2 |
| Tennessee | 6.7 |
| New Jersey | 6.4 |
| Michigan | 6 |
| Massachusetts | 5.75 |
| Minnesota | 5.5 |
| Indiana | 5 |
| Missouri | 4.75 |
