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Study finds North Dakota first in job growth

March 23, 2012 /

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"One common theme among those doing well on the list is the use of natural resources at a time of high energy prices."

North Dakota was No. 1 for job growth in a ranking by Arizona State University.

The number of new jobs for the state increased by 6.3 percent in January compared to January 2011, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. West Virginia and Utah tied for second with a 2.6 percent increase. Texas was fourth with a 2.5 percent increase and Louisiana was fifth with a 2.4 percent increase. The nationwide growth rate was 1.5 percent.

By JESSICA HOLDMAN | Bismarck Tribune

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