A new statewide economic impact report, developed through a partnership with, Community Support Providers of South Dakota and the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR), examines the economic, fiscal, and community benefits of intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) services across South Dakota.
Using nationally recognized IMPLAN economic modeling, the report found that South Dakota's community-based IDD service system generated an estimated $384 million in total economic output, supported nearly 4,000 jobs, produced more than $212 million in labor income, and generated more than $50 million in tax revenue during FY2024.
The report also highlights how Community Support Providers serve as important economic anchors in both urban and rural communities, creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and strengthening regional economies throughout the state. Findings indicate that investments in community-based services produce a positive return while leveraging significant federal Medicaid funding.
In addition to the economic analysis, the report compares community-based services with institutional care and concludes that supporting individuals in community settings is substantially more cost-effective while also providing better opportunities for independence, inclusion, and quality of life.
National Core Indicators (NCI) data included in the report show strong outcomes for South Dakotans with disabilities in areas such as personal choice, community participation, employment, relationships, and access to healthcare.
Overall, the report concludes that continued investment in South Dakota's community-based disability service system supports economic growth, strengthens local communities, helps avoid significantly higher institutional costs, and promotes dignity, independence, and opportunity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
