15 states that are the most dependent on federal funding

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Even though the United States is one big friendly country, each state has natural competition with others. For example, states compete with each other to attract business and investment, or to attract students to their universities.

However, given the major demographic, economic, political, and geographical differences between states, some carry a unique burden, while others have their own advantages.

Border states, for example, are much more concerned about immigration policies than central states, and states off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico are much more concerned about the state of the bay than those in the northeast. They, in turn, worry about political tensions in relations between Europe and Canada.

Because of these differences, states are to varying degrees dependent on support from the federal government.

Edition Cheat sheet Listed 15 states that mainly rely on the federal government.

15. Oregon

Most states that are on the 15 list have a few things in common. It should be noted that many of them are border states or have a large coastline, and some of them are located in the western part of the country where the federal government controls a large area of ​​land. All this requires significant expenses from the federal budget. This explains the fact that Oregon is on the government’s list of dependents.

14. Missouri

In the state of Missouri, it would seem, there is everything: big cities, rural areas, military bases and federal lands. But in some areas, urban and rural, there are very few economic opportunities for residents. The confrontation between the countryside and the cities makes Missouri one of the most interesting states from a political point of view.

13. South Dakota

South Dakota is home to some of the poorest counties in the country. The state is home to a large amount of Native American land and several national parks and monuments. For a state with such a low population, these two factors influence the statistics. In addition, the state has a large military establishment near Rapid City - Ellsworth air force base — which provides federal jobs for many servicemen and women. All of this impacts the federal government's subsidy to the state.

12. Louisiana

States along the Gulf of Mexico are very sensitive to many things that other states are not. For example, Louisiana boasts significant tax revenue from the industry of drilling. But this state often faces natural disasters - think, for example, Hurricane Katrina. Let us also add that the state ranks third in terms of poverty in the country.

11. Arizona

Arizona is home to national parks such as the Grand Canyon. In addition, the state borders the Mexican border, which requires federal support. Don't forget that there are many Indian reservations in the state, including the largest in the state - Navajo nation.

10. Indiana

Like many other states in the Midwest, Indiana has experienced difficult economic times in recent years. Many jobs have been automated. Due to the reduction in the tax base, the possibilities have dried up.

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9. Maine

Maine is another border state located in a unique geographic area. Supporting the Canadian border requires a lot of money. In addition, numerous state waterways also require infrastructure costs. Due to the small population, the state has a relatively small tax base.

8. Tennessee

The state has several major cities and towns, as well as large universities. Despite this, the state still needs help from Washington. Recent economic downturns hit hard by his condition. In addition, because of globalization, many jobs have been removed or moved.

7. Montana

Montana is located on the border with Canada, and this, respectively, requires federal funding. In addition, the state has some of the country's most incredible national parks, such as Glacier National Park and part of Yellowstone. There are many federal lands, Indian reserves, which are funded by the federal government.

6. South Carolina

South Carolina is facing the same problems. In particular, the state has a long coastline, some economic difficulties and several military bases.

5. West Virginia

Due to its relatively small population—fewer than 2 million residents—the state's tax base is small. Because of this, West Virginia receives a lot of federal funding. Many people work in dangerous, low-paying jobs, such as mining.

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4. Alabama

Alabama is one of the poorest states in the country. It houses the 5 military bases and the main port in Mobile. The state also leads in the number of economically disadvantaged groups. Some reports describe the state as “damn poor”.

3. New Mexico

New Mexico was the most federal-dependent state in 2015. Two years later, he dropped a couple of points, taking third place. There are many federal states in the state, and this, among other things, is the border zone.

There are 2 scientific and military facilities located in the state - White Sands Test Facility and Los Alamos National Laboratorythat require significant federal investment.

2. Mississippi

Together with its neighbors on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi is largely dependent on the federal government. On the territory there are several military bases. But the main problem is the lack of jobs and opportunities.

1. Kentucky

The state of the economy was not easy. Here there is a high level of poverty, and this entails a high level of government assistance to those in need.

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