Predicting South Dakota's Future (Current Balance: $25.8m)
South Dakota's trust fund reserves have hovered around just four months' worth for years. The trust fund became insolvent in August 2009, triggering an average tax increase on business from $78 to $227 per employee for 2010.
This news application is no longer being updated as of February 3, 2011. The historical data is still accurate.
| In the Clear: South Dakota's unemployment fund is solvent. |
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| 6 Month Projection | Unemployment Rate (November) | Net Income (December) | Avg. Weekly Benefit | % of Unemployed Receiving Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50.9m | 4.4% | $-3.5m | $260.0 | 25.0% |
| National: 9% | Rank: 2 of 51 | Rank: 39 of 51 | Rank: 48 of 51 |
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Sources: Google Public Data, Department of Labor, Treasury Department.