Key takeaways
- States spent an estimated $251.9 billion on transportation in fiscal 2025, up 7% from $235.4 billion in fiscal 2024.
- California ($33.0 billion), Texas ($22.8 billion), Florida ($15.5 billion) led all states.
- The five largest states account for about 38% of all state transportation spending.
- Most of the money goes to highway and bridge construction and maintenance, much of it through contracts.
State transportation departments are among the largest buyers of construction, engineering, technology and equipment in government. This ranking shows how much each state spends on transportation, using the National Association of State Budget Officers' latest data.
State transportation spending, ranked
| # | State | Est. FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $33.0 billion | $26.2 billion | +26.1% |
| 2 | Texas | $22.8 billion | $19.5 billion | +16.9% |
| 3 | Florida | $15.5 billion | $20.0 billion | -22.4% |
| 4 | New York | $13.0 billion | $12.0 billion | +8.9% |
| 5 | Pennsylvania | $11.6 billion | $11.0 billion | +6.3% |
| 6 | Virginia | $10.9 billion | $9.7 billion | +12.1% |
| 7 | Minnesota | $8.5 billion | $5.4 billion | +57.5% |
| 8 | Illinois | $8.4 billion | $7.5 billion | +11.2% |
| 9 | New Jersey | $8.4 billion | $7.7 billion | +9.2% |
| 10 | North Carolina | $8.2 billion | $7.7 billion | +6.7% |
| 11 | Michigan | $6.7 billion | $8.1 billion | -17.6% |
| 12 | Maryland | $6.5 billion | $5.8 billion | +12.5% |
| 13 | Massachusetts | $6.1 billion | $5.9 billion | +2.5% |
| 14 | Connecticut | $5.5 billion | $4.9 billion | +11.2% |
| 15 | Arizona | $5.5 billion | $6.2 billion | -11.3% |
| 16 | Georgia | $5.5 billion | $5.7 billion | -4.0% |
| 17 | Ohio | $5.2 billion | $5.0 billion | +3.1% |
| 18 | Washington | $4.9 billion | $4.7 billion | +4.1% |
| 19 | Wisconsin | $4.2 billion | $3.9 billion | +9.4% |
| 20 | South Carolina | $3.6 billion | $3.1 billion | +18.6% |
| 21 | Utah | $3.6 billion | $2.6 billion | +38.7% |
| 22 | Missouri | $3.6 billion | $3.3 billion | +11.2% |
| 23 | Oregon | $3.2 billion | $2.6 billion | +24.2% |
| 24 | Kentucky | $3.2 billion | $3.2 billion | -0.9% |
| 25 | Tennessee | $2.9 billion | $2.9 billion | -0.9% |
| 26 | Oklahoma | $2.9 billion | $2.1 billion | +35.5% |
| 27 | Louisiana | $2.8 billion | $2.6 billion | +10.6% |
| 28 | Mississippi | $2.4 billion | $1.7 billion | +45.2% |
| 29 | West Virginia | $2.3 billion | $1.9 billion | +20.7% |
| 30 | Arkansas | $2.3 billion | $2.2 billion | +5.6% |
| 31 | Alabama | $2.2 billion | $2.2 billion | +3.0% |
| 32 | Iowa | $2.2 billion | $2.5 billion | -12.3% |
| 33 | Alaska | $2.2 billion | $2.2 billion | +0.5% |
| 34 | New Mexico | $2.1 billion | $2.5 billion | -14.3% |
| 35 | Hawaii | $2.1 billion | $1.9 billion | +13.2% |
| 36 | Colorado | $2.1 billion | $1.8 billion | +14.8% |
| 37 | Kansas | $2.0 billion | $2.3 billion | -15.0% |
| 38 | Indiana | $1.7 billion | $3.4 billion | -51.0% |
| 39 | Nebraska | $1.3 billion | $1.3 billion | +4.7% |
| 40 | Delaware | $1.3 billion | $1.2 billion | +6.5% |
| 41 | Montana | $1.3 billion | $1.2 billion | +4.1% |
| 42 | Maine | $1.2 billion | $1.0 billion | +18.6% |
| 43 | South Dakota | $1.1 billion | $1.1 billion | +9.3% |
| 44 | Nevada | $1.1 billion | $1.4 billion | -21.3% |
| 45 | Rhode Island | $1.1 billion | $777 million | +39.1% |
| 46 | Idaho | $1.1 billion | $1.1 billion | -6.5% |
| 47 | North Dakota | $935 million | $1.0 billion | -6.6% |
| 48 | Vermont | $783 million | $813 million | -3.7% |
| 49 | New Hampshire | $750 million | $763 million | -1.7% |
| 50 | Wyoming | $188 million | $188 million | 0.0% |
Source: National Association of State Budget Officers, 2025 State Expenditure Report, Table 21, Transportation Expenditures, capital inclusive, all fund sources. Fiscal 2025 figures are estimates. Includes operating and capital spending on highways, mass transit, railroads and airports, local road aid and administration; many states exclude state police, port authorities and motor vehicle licensing. Large year-to-year swings often reflect the timing of capital projects, bonds and federal funds. Figures are as reported by each state.
Where state transportation money comes from
- State transportation funds. Fuel taxes, vehicle fees and other dedicated revenue, counted as other state funds, are the largest source.
- Federal funds. Federal highway and transit formula money flows through state DOTs; see our guide to the U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Bonds and general funds. Some states borrow or add general fund money for major programs.
Selling to state transportation departments
- Construction and engineering. Most spending goes out through lettings for highway, bridge and transit projects, with engineering and inspection contracts alongside.
- Technology and equipment. DOTs buy traffic systems, fleet and maintenance equipment, asset management software and data services; see our guide to selling transportation technology.
- Multiyear plans. Each state publishes a statewide transportation improvement program listing planned projects, which signals demand years ahead.
- State rules. Each DOT has its own prequalification and vendor rules; start with our state government guides.
How KSG helps
Kensington Sales Group's SDRs book meetings with public agencies across Federal, SLED, K-12 & Higher Ed, Healthcare, Tribal, Special Districts and Utilities. We reach state DOT program managers, district engineers and IT leaders, plus the transit agencies and local governments that share their funding. See how our state and local sales development works.