Free Top 10 U.S. States with the Highest Average Student Loan Debt (2015-2025)
The chart shows a steady increase in student loan debt across the top ten U.S. states from 2015 to 2025, reflecting the growing financial burden on students. New Hampshire tops the list with debt increasing from 36 thousand in 2015 to a projected 45 thousand in 2025. Pennsylvania follows closely, rising from 34 thousand to 44 thousand, while Connecticut grows from 32 thousand to 42 thousand. Delaware shows an increase from 31 thousand to 40 thousand, and Rhode Island from 30 thousand to 39 thousand. Illinois climbs from 29 thousand to 38 thousand, while South Dakota rises from 28 thousand to 37 thousand. Alabama, Minnesota, and North Dakota also reflect consistent growth, reaching 36, 35, and 34 thousand respectively by 2025. This trend emphasizes the rising cost of education and the long-term debt impact on graduates across these states.
| Labels | 2015 (thousands) | 2020 (thousands) | 2025 (Projected, thousands) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 36 | 41 | 45 |
| Pennsylvania | 34 | 39 | 44 |
| Connecticut | 32 | 37 | 42 |
| Delaware | 31 | 36 | 40 |
| Rhode Island | 30 | 35 | 39 |
| Illinois | 29 | 34 | 38 |
| South Dakota | 28 | 33 | 37 |
| Alabama | 27 | 32 | 36 |
| Minnesota | 26 | 31 | 35 |
| North Dakota | 25 | 30 | 34 |
