The chart shows that Alaska leads all U.S. states in per-person spending from 2020 to 2025, with an impressive $12.72 thousand, far exceeding the national average. Wyoming follows with $11.3 thousand, reflecting its smaller population and high resource-based expenditure. Vermont and Delaware record $9.5 thousand and $9.4 thousand, respectively, while Massachusetts and Connecticut maintain similar levels at $9.3 thousand and $9.2 thousand. New York posts $9.1 thousand, supported by significant public service and infrastructure investments. States like Minnesota and California spend $9.0 thousand and $8.9 thousand, highlighting robust social and economic programs. Oregon and New Mexico remain close behind, spending $8.8 thousand and $8.7 thousand. The lowest figures in the top 20 come from Colorado and North Dakota, with $7.9 thousand and $7.8 thousand, respectively, emphasizing spending disparities tied to fiscal priorities and population needs.
| Labels | 2020–2025 (USD) |
|---|---|
| Alaska | 12.72 |
| Wyoming | 11.3 |
| Vermont | 9.5 |
| Delaware | 9.4 |
| Massachusetts | 9.3 |
| Connecticut | 9.2 |
| New York | 9.1 |
| Minnesota | 9.0 |
| California | 8.9 |
| Oregon | 8.8 |
| New Mexico | 8.7 |
| Rhode Island | 8.6 |
| Maryland | 8.5 |
| Washington | 8.4 |
| Illinois | 8.3 |
| New Jersey | 8.2 |
| Hawaii | 8.1 |
| Pennsylvania | 8.0 |
| Colorado | 7.9 |
| North Dakota | 7.8 |
