2025 Q4 Dakota Outlook
Positive Trends but Difficult Political Questions This quarter’s Dakota Outlook examines three critical forces reshaping South Dakota’s economy: who’s moving here and what they bring with them, how property taxes…
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From Fields to Finance: South Dakota’s Economic Landscape in Early 2025
South Dakota’s economy surged 5.2% in the second quarter of 2025, rebounding sharply from a 3.1% contraction just months earlier. This volatile pattern—from downturn to recovery in just six months—reveals…
Migration and Income Flows in South Dakota
Migration is a key component of population change. It is typically more volatile than natural increase and can be a significant indicator of the relative economic strength and attractiveness of…
Beyond Assessed Values: South Dakota Schools Face a Funding Crossroads
Property taxes in South Dakota, especially assessment valuation growth, continue to be topics of discussion for homeowners, school officials, and state legislators. This article highlights differences in school district assessment…
