South Dakota e-Labor Bulletin

March 2025

Overview of South Dakota Labor Market

See an overview of the labor market in South Dakota based on the most current data available, February 2025.

The business of providing care for your sweet tooth

Can't you almost taste them? Sugary Easter treats, that is? And can you hear the "ca ching" of dental care ringing after you inbibe? With tongue in cheek (pardon the pun), we thought it would be fun to take a look at dental care as a business in South Dakota. Follow the bunny trail to the fun Easter-related stats.

Virtual labor market data system issue

Please note, the virtual labor market data system is currently experiencing issues; no data is displaying in table format. We have contacted the vendor, Geographic Solutions, Inc., and the issue is being addressed. Functionality will be restored as soon as possible; we apologize for any inconvenience. The most recent data available (February 2025) for many data sets is published in tables published in the Labor Bulletin mentioned above. If you need historical data in the meantime, please contact us.

Revised statewide labor force data released

Annual average 2024 labor force data for the nation and all states (statewide level data) is available in the virtual labor market data system. Historical data has also been revised (or benchmarked) back to 1990 for both statewide South Dakota and the United States. Revised (or benchmarked) data for the state's sub-state areas will be available April 18. Use our Labor Force Menu page to access the data in the virtual system. Learn more about benchmarking.

Snapshot of South Dakota's Economy

Get a quick synopsis, or snapshot, of the most current data available for numerous closely watched economic indicators.

Latest Workforce Data Available

View tables of the most recent labor market data available, including labor force and unemployment rates, nonfarm worker levels and more.

South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Services

The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation provides services for businesses to help them maintain a skilled workforce and handle various labor issues and services for individuals to help them identify opportunities and prepare for and maintain productive employment. DLR has professional staff in 16 job service offices throughout the state ready to serve your needs. Find the nearest Job Service office.

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Release Dates

Find out when the next data release from LMIC will be.

Marcia Hultman

Cabinet Secretary