In Idaho, job opportunities for business school graduates are booming. From 1995 to 2005, the US population grew 11 percent--while Idaho saw an amazing population growth of 21 percent. In Idaho, the average unemployment rate has been below the national average every year since 2002. All this from a state that offers comparatively low business operating costs, increasing urbanization, diversity, cultural attractions, and scenic splendor.

Idaho Business Careers

According to the Idaho Department of Commerce and Labor, average annual wages for jobs in financial services were $38,082 in 2005. For professional and business services, they were $36,101. These two sectors make up 17% of the non-agricultural workforce. Major employers include Hewlett Packard Inc, Fred Myer/Kroger, Micron Technology, St. Luke's Regional Medical Center, and Wal-Mart.