The Power Of Data Bringing Community Together
As the impact of the coronavirus continues to unfold, BEDC will do our best to keep you updated and informed of the changes to economic indicators specific to the Brookings area.
COVID-19 Dashboard
Community Impact - Prevention
Stay Safe
Protect yourself and your business by following the guidelines outlined by the CDC.
Jacksrback
SDSU's plan for return to on-campus operations for the Fall, 2021 semester
Brookings Stay Safe Pledge
Shared commitment by residents and businesses to follow recommended health guidelines
Community Impact - Employment
Unemployment Rate
Brookings County - 3.0%
State - 2.9%
National - 5.5%
May 2021
Employed Workers
May 2021 - 17,675
Up 2.5% from 2020
Job Openings
Brookings County
Total Jobs Available: 1,004
Data from July 12, 2021
Community Impact - Construction
Building Permits
Residential & Commercial
June 2021
Total: 66
Down 33% from 2020
Construction Value
Residential & Commercial
May 2021
Total: $1,912,815
Down 40% from 2020
Housing Market
City of Brookings
Houses for Sale
Updated July 12, 2021
Total Listings = 33
Community Impact - Sale Revenue
Total Taxable Sales
Tax Returns Filed
June 2021
Total = $64,601,694
Up 9% from 2020
Retail Taxable Sales
Tax Returns Filed
June 2021
Total = $38,399,453
Up 8% from 2020
Gross Receipts
Tax Returns Filed
June 2021
Total = $8,195,831
Up 47% from 2020
Consumer Traffic Behavior
Compares 2021 traffic to 2020 traffic of in-person visits to local businesses through use of cell phone data
Overall
Restaurants
Grocery Stores
General Merchandise
Building Materials
Community Resources
Community Partner Resources
Employee Resources
- Online Training Resources Center
- Child Care During COVID-19
- Resources for Displaced Employees
Small Business & Entrepreneur Resources
Our Community Is Stronger Together!
From individuals volunteering their time to entrepreneurs and businesses interested in making PPE, we can all make a difference!
COVID-19 Relief Fund
The Brookings Area United Way and the Brookings Foundation have partnered to address the needs of those who are impacted by this pandemic.
