These are the most federally dependent states in the U.S.: WalletHub
- South Dakota ranks 11th in federal funding dependence, receiving 43% of its state budget from federal funding according to WalletHub's report.
- Kentucky is the second-most federally dependent state, receiving $3.35 for every $1 in taxes, contributing to over 46% of its revenue.
- West Virginia ranks third, receiving $2.72 in federal funding for every $1 paid in taxes, highlighting its economic reliance on the federal government.
- Federal funding in states ranges from 18% to 50%, impacting programs like Medicaid and SNAP.
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These are the most federally dependent states in the U.S.: WalletHub
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — It remains unclear how Trump’s ongoing federal budget cuts will impact individual states moving forward. But some states are more reliant on federal funding than others, a WalletHub report published on March 10 shows. “States receive federal aid for many reasons, from providing relief during natural disasters and health crises to funding improvements in education, transportation, infrastructure, healthcare and more,” the …
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