Milken Institute’s State Technology and Science Index ranks states on their science and technology capabilities and ecosystems; Minnesota last achieved a top ten ranking in 2004
ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota today scored in the top ten of all fifty states, on a national measure of science and technology across the country. The 2016 Technology and Science Index from the Milken Institute
ranked Minnesota seventh in the United States, on the strength of Minnesota’s science and technology capabilities and overall ecosystems, with a focus on our workforce, companies, and high-paying jobs. Minnesota last ranked in the top ten in 2004. Below are statements from Governor Dayton and Lt. Governor Smith.
The following is a statement from Governor Mark Dayton:
“This top ranking is a testament to the investments we have made in education and job training, and to the exceptional leadership of the science and technology businesses, who train and employ thousands of people across our State. Minnesota’s economic success has always been a credit to our good people, good businesses, and good education. We must continue to improve our efforts to increase those opportunities for all Minnesotans.”
The following is a statement from Lt. Governor Tina Smith:
“The Milken Institute Index affirms that Minnesota remains the beacon of the north for high-tech innovation and entrepreneurship. The state’s top-ten ranking was driven by high scores on our workforce and human capital investment. We must continue to invest in education to ensure hardworking Minnesotans remain our economic strength, and so that everyone in our state is prepared to innovate and seize the opportunity of the 21st Century.”
