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!

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