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Riverton, WY vs Pierre, SD

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Pierre has been positive.
- Pierre has 3.5% more unemployment than Riverton.
- Pierre job growth has increased by 1.9% in the past 10 years.
 Riverton, WYPierre, SDUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock2.7%6.0%
 Future Job Growth9.1%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-1.4%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-1.7%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock-1.5%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth-6.2%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Riverton    2 Reviews

The City of Riverton has some significant issues to contend with. There is a high property crime issue due to proximity to the Wind River Reservation. There is an  More

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problems that affect quality of life. There are a lot of hidden costs to living in Riverton as well as much of Wyoming. This is especially true when it comes to auto  More

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Reviews for Pierre    4 Reviews

Since coming here, I have gone through cabin fever several times. The State of South Dakota capitol is located here and has stressed it's need to lure professionals to  More

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I love Pierre. It is simply gorgeous in all seasons. In summer I can take quiet, late night walks in the cooler hours without fear. There are quite a few small  More

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Over 17 years ago

Pierre is safe and great for kids, but has no restaurants or activities to do. The town is operated by a few wealthy families that keep large good paying comapanies out.  More

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