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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Year of Statehood:	1864
Governor:	Jim Gibbons (R)
Population:	2,414,807
Gross State Product:	$46,108 (per capita)
Growth Rate:	9.0%
Unemployment Rate:	4.6%
Major Industries:	Mining, Tourism, Hydro-Electric Power
Related Links:	- State Economic Development - Official State Website

Rank	Category	Score
43	OVERALL	859
41	Cost of Doing Business	163
21	Workforce	178
18	Economy	146
49	Education	47
30	Quality of Life	109
28	Technology & Innovation	66
16	Transportation	66
11	Cost of Living	39
16	Business Friendliness	32
38	Access to Capital	13

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