Carlton A. on Florida:
"Florida has long been regarded as a place for tourists and retirees. However, because of it's location, univeristy system, void of income tax, well maintained and developed highway infrastructure, numerous international and regional airports, sea ports..."

Tracy F. on North Dakota:
"Leadership gurus around the globe say that today’s companies want a workforce whose actions speak louder than their words. Companies want to hire and promote people who get to the point, get the job done and get results...."

Claude L. on North Carolina:
"North Carolina is certainly among the top five states in business. All you have to do is ask people from Manteo to Murphy why they live, work, worship and play here...."

Betty K. on Texas:
"I think Texas is # 1. This is a great state to work and reside in. San Antonio has great medical facilities and research."

Joseph R. on Nevada:
"NEVADA! It is very hard to believe that you have ranked Nevada at #43! In Nevada there is no state income tax, no corporate tax, no inheritance tax, we have one of the best economies in the nation..."

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Minnesota is the largest producer of sugar beets in the U.S. / AP

Year of Statehood:	1858
Governor:	Tim Pawlenty (R)
Population:	5,132,799
Gross State Product:	$45,697 (per capita)
Growth Rate:	1.9%
Unemployment Rate:	4.6%
Major Industries:	Paper Pulp, Mining, Farming
Related Links:	- State Economic Development - Official State Website

Rank	Category	Score
8	OVERALL	1090
31	Cost of Doing Business	197
22	Workforce	175
34	Economy	98
10	Education	176
7	Quality of Life	166
13	Technology & Innovation	112
11	Transportation	68
23	Cost of Living	27
15	Business Friendliness	33
13	Access to Capital	38

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