10 States With Ridiculously Low Unemployment
Every U.S. state experienced job losses during the recent downturn, but thanks to the right mix of industries, natural resources, and skilled workers, some states have a far lower unemployment rate than the 9.5% national average.
Want to crack the jobs problem? Let’s start by studying these sources of American strength…
Iowa — Outperforming with a diverse economy plus agriculture
(Unemployment Rate: 6.8%)
Minnesota — A state with manufacturing, raw materials, and high education
(Unemployment Rate: 6.8%)
Wyoming — Riding commodities, tourism, and perhaps its tax policies. Doing well despite low levels of education. (Unemployment Rate: 6.7%)
Kansas — Powered by agriculture, energy, and aerospace
(Unemployment Rate: 6.5%)
Hawaii — A tourism magnet with a large population of affluent Americans
(Unemployment Rate: 6.3%)
Vermont — Driven by agriculture and industries utilizing the state’s highly educated population
(Unemployment Rate: 6.0%)
New Hampshire — Powered by agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and a highly educated population
(Unemployment Rate: 5.8%)
Nebraska — An agricultural and transport hub, with some diversity as well
(Unemployment Rate: 4.7%)
South Dakota — Gets a big boost from government, but also has services and agriculture
(Unemployment Rate: 4.4%)
North Dakota — Powered by agriculture and commodities
(Unemployment Rate: 3.6%)
source: businessinsider
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