U.S. States That Import The Most
Using data from the U.S. International Trade Administration, we see the combined share of imports from Canada and Mexico for each U.S. state in 2023.
Using data from the U.S. International Trade Administration, we see the combined share of imports from Canada and Mexico for each U.S. state in 2023.
Montana leads with the highest import dependence at 93%, primarily due to its oil refinery operations importing crude oil from Canada. Other states with high dependence include Maine (71%), Vermont (70%), North Dakota (68%), and Michigan (69%). Michigan stands out as the only state where motor vehicles are the top import from both Canada and Mexico.
Top States by Import Share from Canada and Mexico:
- Montana: 93%
- Maine: 71%
- Michigan: 70%
- Vermont: 70%
- North Dakota: 68%
States with the Lowest Import Dependence:
- Florida: 15%
- Georgia: 15%
- Nevada: 15%
- New Jersey: 11%
- Hawaii: 4%
Overall, more than half of U.S. states rely on Canada and Mexico for 30% or more of their imports.
