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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the State's Finances
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State Finances
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How does Michigan's debt load compare to other states?
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Debt Management
For calendar year 2005, the most recent year for which comparative data is available, Michigan's outstanding debt per capita was $747. This was well below the national average of $1,101 and ranked Michigan 25th best among states. Below is additional information showing how Michigan's debt compared to other states as of calendar year 2005.
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Net Tax-Supported Debt as a
Percentage of Personal Income
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Net Tax-Supported Debt Per Capita
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Lowest rate (Nebraska): .1%
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Lowest debt (Nebraska): $24
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Highest rate (Hawaii): 10.6%
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Highest debt (Massachusetts): $4,153
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Average: 3.2%
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Average: $1,101
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Michigan: 2.2%
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Michigan: $747
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Rank: 23rd best
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Rank: 25th best
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Source: Moody's Investors Service, April 2007
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