Key findings for Georgia: 

• Rank: 32nd

• Investment Amount (2024): $21,856,921,482

• Investment Amount (2019): $3,763,730,513

• Investment Change (%): 481%

Could this be of interest? More information can be found on the U.S. investment landscape on site: https://brokerchooser.com/investor-cities-press-release

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Allen

West Virginia Leads the Nation in Investment Growth as U.S. States See Massive Five-Year Surges

A new study from BrokerChooser reveals which U.S. states have experienced the largest surge in investment growth over the past five years — and the results may surprise you. While states like California and New York continue to dominate in overall investment dollars, it’s West Virginia, Oklahoma, and Wyoming that are leading the way when it comes to percentage growth since 2019.

The analysis compares investment amounts in each U.S. state from 2019 to 2024, showing where the sharpest increases have taken place.

Top States by Investment Growth (% Increase from 2019 to 2024):

According to the data, West Virginia tops the list with a staggering 45,840% increase in investment between 2019 and 2024 — a jump from just $2.5 million to over $1.1 billion. This surge reflects a dramatic shift in investor interest toward overlooked regions with high growth potential and untapped opportunities.

West Virginia saw a 45,840% increase, once considered off the radar for major investment activity, West Virginia has experienced a jaw-dropping 45,840% increase in investment — jumping from just $2.5 million in 2019 to over $1.15 billion in 2024.

Oklahoma follows closely behind, with a 24,741% increase in investment. The state has seen its figures rise from just over $71 million in 2019 to nearly $17.8 billion in 2024

Known more for its natural landscapes than investment deals, Wyoming has seen a 5,981% spike in five years — up from $7.9 million in 2019 to nearly $480 million in 2024.

Lowest States by Investment Growth (% Increase from 2019 to 2024)

While some states are riding the wave of exponential investment surges, others are seeing sluggish growth — or even decline. Whether due to economic stagnation, lack of innovation funding, or simply plateauing after previous booms, these states trail behind the national average.

Maine is one of two states in the nation to see a drop in investment over the past five years — falling from $205 million in 2019 to just $126 million in 2024 – a drop of 39%.

With a 3% dip in investment, North Dakota has remained almost stagnant — sliding from $27.2 million to $26.6 million. While not as dramatic as Maine, this small decline points to limited momentum in drawing in new capital, despite the state’s involvement in energy and agriculture sectors.

Although Montana shows growth at 35%, it still ranks among the lowest growth rates nationwide. Going from $1.2 billion to $1.6 billion in investment, the slower pace may suggest the state is still developing its startup ecosystem — or that it's reached a temporary plateau after early-stage growth.

BrokerChooser’s tips for people looking to get into investing: 

Before getting started, new investors should consider several key factors, including which types of assets matter most to them, potential broker fees, and how much they plan to deposit. BrokerChooser offers expert advice on what to watch for before diving into investing:

• Selecting a trusted and regulated broker is a key first step for those entering the market. This is especially important as the number of scam brokers has increased significantly in recent years.

• While there is no right time to start investing, historically, markets have shown that starting early has led to long-term growth despite short-term ups and downs, making it always the right time to start learning and exploring opportunities.

• Another key aspect of investing is diversification, which means spreading investments across different asset classes such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and index funds. Diversification is seen as a way to manage risk and navigate market fluctuations.

“There is definitely development and diversification in the American investment landscape, with impressive growth in areas that used to fly under the radar,” said Adam Nasli, Analyst Head, BrokerChooser. “As individuals embark on their investment journey, securing a trustworthy brokerage partner is the most crucial step. This can be achieved only through transparent, uncomplicated comparisons of online brokers. There remains significant work to be done on this front to empower individuals to make sound financial choices and navigate the increasingly complex financial world.”