2024 Q3 Dakota Outlook
Changing Seasons and a Changing Economy As we enter Autumn, the Dakota Institute is happy to bring you the latest issue of the Dakota Outlook. You could even say that…
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Just How Much is Inflation Impacting Teacher Pay in South Dakota
This article provides an overview of recent trends regarding teacher pay in South Dakota. New and existing teachers looking for work in South Dakota may find it a useful reference…
Regional
Where Are All the New South Dakotans Coming From?
South Dakota’s population continues to rise. The significant state population growth seen in 2020-22, fueled largely by migration from the rest of the US, continued into 2023 but at a…
Regional
South Dakota’s Unusually Strong Housing Market
On September 18, 2024, the US Federal Reserve (FED) announced it was lowering the Federal Funds target rate by half a percent (0.50% or 50 basis points). The current target…
Which Industries are Driving Job Growth
Over the last decade, South Dakota has demonstrated impressive resilience and steady workforce growth, with the state’s nonfarm workforce reaching 468,200 by July 2024. Specifically, the average annual growth rate…