Free Top 10 U.S. States with the Least Significant Rise in Public Debt (2020-2025) Chart
The chart shows how selected states experienced minimal increases in public debt between 2020 and 2025, highlighting strong fiscal control and limited borrowing. Wyoming recorded the lowest debt levels, increasing modestly from $2.1 billion in 2020 to $2.3 billion in 2025. Vermont rose from $4.5 billion to $4.8 billion, and North Dakota from $3.6 billion to $4.0 billion. South Dakota grew from $3.2 billion to $3.7 billion, while Montana climbed from $3.9 billion to $4.4 billion. Among states with slightly higher figures, Rhode Island increased from $8.7 billion to $9.3 billion, Delaware from $6.2 billion to $6.9 billion, and Hawaii from $9.1 billion to $9.9 billion. Alaska saw growth from $11.4 billion to $12.3 billion, and New Hampshire rose from $7.5 billion to $8.5 billion. Overall, these changes indicate controlled debt expansion, with smaller states maintaining relatively stable borrowing patterns compared to national averages.
| Labels | Public Debt in 2020 (USD billions) | Public Debt in 2025 (USD billions) |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 2.1 | 2.3 |
| Vermont | 4.5 | 4.8 |
| North Dakota | 3.6 | 4.0 |
| South Dakota | 3.2 | 3.7 |
| Montana | 3.9 | 4.4 |
| Rhode Island | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Delaware | 6.2 | 6.9 |
| Hawaii | 9.1 | 9.9 |
| Alaska | 11.4 | 12.3 |
| New Hampshire | 7.5 | 8.5 |
