U.S. Honeybee Colonies Maps by State, 1987–2025
Honey-producing bee colonies by state. Compare United States state maps from 1987–2025, measured in honeybee colonies, using USDA NASS Quick Stats.
Latest map
Honey-producing bee colonies by state. Honeybee colonies by state in United States, 2025 marketing year. Measured in honeybee colonies. Source: USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). Highest reported values: North Dakota: 460,000 honeybee colonies; California: 315,000 honeybee colonies; South Dakota: 205,000 honeybee colonies.
Historical years
Explore 39 editions from 1987–2025. Each year links to the published figures, leading regions, source attribution, and missing-value notes. Compare the earliest and latest editions below. The source may revise historical estimates.
1987 marketing year · Highest reported values: California: 540,000 honeybee colonies; North Dakota: 300,000 honeybee colonies; South Dakota: 260,000 honeybee colonies.
2025 marketing year · Highest reported values: North Dakota: 460,000 honeybee colonies; California: 315,000 honeybee colonies; South Dakota: 205,000 honeybee colonies.