Expert
Research & Analysis

The economic landscape is always changing. Understanding the short- and long-term trends that shape our economy is crucial for long-term success. Our experts track and analyze the most important trends and forces that shape the state and region and share their insights here.
Dive into our free analysis of trends and economic conditions in the region.
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Housing Article
July 12, 2023

How We Track Housing Affordability

Affordable housing has emerged as a critical issue impacting individuals, families, and communities in South Dakota and across the United States. While the overall US housing market has experienced a noticeable slowdown in recent months,…

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Research Publication
June 2, 2023

CO2 Pipelines Would Significantly Impact South Dakota Economy

The South Dakota Ethanol Producers Association worked with the Dakota Institute to analyze the potential economic impacts of two large CO2 pipeline projects. The pipelines would collect CO2 byproducts of corn-based ethanol production and transport…

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Population Article
May 31, 2023

Migration Drives South Dakota Population Growth

After a long climb to finally recover to its 1930 population in 1990, South Dakota’s population has risen significantly to just over 900,000 in 2022.  Most recently, between July 2021 and July 2022, South Dakota…

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