Ten (10) States with Lower Unemployment Rate! According to Business Insider every U.S. state experienced job losses during the recent economic 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! The following is the list: 1. North Dakota: Powered by agriculture and commodities Unemployment Rate: 3.6% 2. South Dakota: Gets a big boost from government, but also has services and agriculture Unemployment Rate: 4.4% 3. Nebraska: An agricultural and transport hub, with some diversity as well Unemployment Rate: 4.7% 4. New Hampshire: Powered by agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and a highly educated population Un employment Rate: 5.8% 5. Vermont: Driven by agriculture and industries utilizing the state's highly educated population Unemployment Rate: 6.0% 6. Hawaii: A tourism magnet with a large population of affluent Americans Unemployment Rate: 6.3% 7. Kansas: Powered by agriculture, energy, and aerospace Unemployment Rate: 6.5% 8. Wyoming: Riding commodities, tourism, and perhaps its tax policies. Doing well despite low levels of education. Unemployment Rate: 6.7% 9. Minnesota: A state with manufacturing, raw materials, and high education Unemployment Rate: 6.8% 10. Iowa: Outperforming with a diverse economy plus agriculture Unemployment Rate: 6.8% This is just FYI only! Thanks
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