Did your weekend include a little celebrating… or some “liquid self-care” after tax season? If so, you’re part of a bigger trend: how much each state spends on alcohol.
A new report ranks states by annual booze spending per adult, and the results are pretty telling.
At the top, Alaska leads the pack, with residents spending about $1,250 per year. That breaks down to roughly $24 a week. Close behind are Wyoming and Colorado, proving some states keep the glasses full year-round.
The full Top 10 includes:
- Alaska
- Wyoming
- Colorado
- Massachusetts
- Rhode Island
- New Hampshire
- Oregon
- Hawaii
- Washington
- Montana
On the other end, Utah lands last at $606 per year, likely due to stricter alcohol laws. West Virginia sits near the bottom as well, along with states like Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Ohio.
Where Does Michigan Land?
Right in the middle of the bar menu, Michigan finishes 31st.
- 2024 spending per person: $805.06
- 2023 spending per person: $803.60
- Year-over-year change: +0.18%
- Total 2024 spending: $6.15 billion
- Total 2023 spending: $6.06 billion
So while Michigan isn’t exactly popping champagne like Alaska, it’s also not sipping water in the corner. The numbers suggest a steady, no-drama relationship with alcohol, more “casual Friday drink” than “Vegas weekend.”
