Employment

Sioux Falls has been recognized as one of the most business-friendly communities in the nation and is quickly becoming the place to be of both large companies and small businesses. Whether starting a new career or becoming an entrepreneur, Sioux Falls is the perfect location for industry leaders.

It´s no surprise that businesses are finding their way to Sioux Falls. The city has been recognized nationally time and time again for its boisterous economy, reasonable startup costs, abundant real estate and office space, a well-established infrastructure and an efficient, productive workforce. The city´s prime location is one of the reasons for continued growth of this vibrant business environment.

Sioux Falls is the largest metropolitan statistical area in one of the most business-friendly states in the nation. Sioux Falls companies grow unencumbered by burdensome taxes, prohibitive operating expenses or excessive regulation. Because South Dakota is a right-to-work state, Sioux Falls´ employers can freely structure their working environment to meet specific operating requirements. Several homegrown operations have made names for themselves as regional, national and global leaders but the city is also a haven for small, growth-oriented businesses.

Diversity is apparent in Sioux Falls´ job market. Careers range in fields from agribusiness to health care to technology. Despite the variety, employers in the area have common goals – commitment to service and hospitality, ongoing training and education, an adaptable work environment, flexible scheduling and the latest technology. The city´s unemployment rate is one of the lowest in the nation, consistently remaining under 3 percent.