Workforce & Education
Right to Work Ready to Work
At the heart of South Dakota’s progress is our dependable and growing workforce. Not only is South Dakota a right-to-work state, we boast low unemployment rates and have one of the highest net in-bound migration rates in the country. Here, the Midwestern work ethic goes beyond the cliché, influencing each of our industry operations from all four corners of the state. Passionate, accomplished and committed to helping your business succeed, South Dakota’s workforce is your most valuable asset.
Talent
Not only is South Dakota a location where job seekers want to be, our labor force is ready to work for you. South Dakota’s reputation for having a high-rate of talent participation means you can count on us to work hard, taking your company to a higher level.
Our workforce is highly educated, dedicated and diverse. We’re proud to offer opportunities across all industries and job types. With access to quality ongoing education and training, and a superior tax climate, working and hiring in South Dakota both have benefits that are hard to beat.
Talent
Not only is South Dakota a location where job seekers want to be, our labor force is ready to work for you. South Dakota’s reputation for having a high-rate of talent participation means you can count on us to work hard, taking your company to a higher level.
Our workforce is highly educated, dedicated and diverse. We’re proud to offer opportunities across all industries and job types. With access to quality ongoing education and training, and a superior tax climate, working and hiring in South Dakota both have benefits that are hard to beat.
Labor Participation Rate
68.6% South Dakota vs. 62.6% United States
BLS, Local Area Unemployment Statistics, 2024
High School Graduate Or Higher
94% South Dakota vs. 89.9% United States
US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey, 1-Year Estimates
Commute Time Lowest in US
#2 Mean travel time to work: 18.5 min. South Dakota vs. 27.2 min. United States
US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey, 1-Year Estimates
