Household Income in Blue, Red, and Swing States

What We’re Showing

Median household income (2023) by state, categorized into blue (Democratic), red (Republican), and swing states. Data is sourced from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis and various media outlets.

Key Takeaways 

• Most blue states show higher household incomes, with many exceeding the national median of $81K. For example:
• California ($90K)
• Massachusetts ($107K)
• Maryland ($102K)
• Red states show generally lower median household incomes, with several falling below the national average. For example:
• Mississippi ($55K)
• Louisiana ($58K)
• West Virginia ($60K)
• Exceptions exist in both categories:
• New Mexico (blue state) has a lower income of $61K, similar to some red states.
• Alaska ($98K) and Utah ($101K), both red states, have median incomes higher than the national average.