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Brookings Economic Development Corporation: Support. Collaboration. Solutions.

Brookings, SD is a convenient location for entrepreneurs, growing companies and families. From Brookings, SD it’s only 50 minutes to Sioux Falls, 3 hours to Fargo, 3 ½ hours to Omaha or Minneapolis/St. Paul, 5 hours to Des Moines, and 6 ½ hours to Kansas City. With major metropolitan cities within reach, manufacturing companies can easily transport products while paying small-town real estate prices.

Living here provides the best of both worlds. Residents enjoy the safety and affordability of small-town living with the cultural amenities found in one of America’s Best College Towns. The international faculty and students at South Dakota State University have created a diverse and progressive culture that makes Brookings an exciting place to be. Anything is possible here and Brookings Economic Development Corporation supports those possibilities. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to launch a company, a business in search of support and a friendly business and tax climate, or a family looking for a fresh start, we invite you to bring your dreams to Brookings and become part of something special.

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Brookings County Child Care Supply Plan Released

November 18, 2025 No Comments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tim Reed Brookings Economic Development Corporation (605) 691-0452 tim@brookingsedc.com Brookings County Child Care Supply Plan Released Brookings, S.D. July 14, 2022 – Brookings Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) The

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IM-28: The Wrong Solution for South Dakota

November 18, 2025 No Comments

As the Brookings Economic Development Corporation (BEDC), we believe it’s important to voice our concerns regarding Initiated Measure 28 (IM-28), which proposes eliminating the state sales tax on “anything sold

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Why Brookings?

#16

Best Performing Micropolitans in the Country Policom, 2020

#1

Best Cities to Live in South Dakota Chamber of Commerce, 2019

#7

Most Arts-Vibrant Small Cities in the US SMU DataArts, 2019

#2

Safest Cities in S.D. Alarms.org, 2018

#25

Best Cities for Entrepreneurs in America Livability/Entrepreneru, 2017

#8

Top College Towns in America Schools.com, 2017

100%

in the Municipal Equality Index Human Rights Score

20+

Languages Spoken by Residents & Students from Over 85 Countries

1st

Early Learner Community in the Region

#1

Brookings is an SD Resilient Community

Target Industries

Precision Agriculture

Brookings and SDSU are at the forefront of both a grand challenge and opportunity
Brookings and SDSU are at the forefront of both a grand challenge and opportunity - to feed a growing world population sustainably with fewer resources." Dr. Barry Dunn, President, South Dakota State University. Two of the largest seed testing labs in SD are in Brookings.
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Manufacturing

Brookings has developed a legacy in the manufacturing industry and is the second
Brookings has developed a legacy in the manufacturing industry and is the second largest manufacturing community in South Dakota. Home to companies like 3M and Daktronics, our skilled workforce supports industry growth.
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Animal and Human Health

Animal and human health businesses are leveraging the natural resources and talent
Animal and human health businesses are leveraging the natural resources and talent found in Brookings to make an outsized impact. Medgene Labs, for example, helps veterinarians and producers nationwide with immunological products and services.
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Renewable Energy

Brookings is a hub for renewable energy research and development. Partnerships are in place to develop, distribute and
Brookings is a hub for renewable energy research and development. Partnerships are in place to develop, distribute and implement significant advances in bio-based energy technologies that benefit the entire country.
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Renewable Energy

Brooking’s Start-Up Hub supports ideas, innovation and entrepreneurship by providing
Brooking’s Start-Up Hub supports ideas, innovation and entrepreneurship by providing proactive and hands-on support to entrepreneurs. We provide resources, make connections and collaborate to help entrepreneurs on their startup journey.
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Perfect Score (again!)
The city of Brookings and the Brookings Human Rights Commission have announced Brookings has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign’s 2020 Municipal Equality Index for the third year in a row.
We’re the First!
The city of Brookings is the first South Dakota Early Learner Community in the region. Families can count on us supporting the education and wellbeing of our youngest residents!
All Are Welcome
South Dakota State University, located in Brookings, is home to over 11,000 students from 85 countries. Our diverse students and residents create a rich cultural environment for everyone to enjoy.
Making Dreams Come True
Brookings was named the Best City to Live in SD (SD Chamber) and the Best College Town in SD (Travel Pulse). Imagine making your dreams come true in a city that’s known for being friendly and supportive.

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