Cooperatives in North Dakota play a big role in the state's economy. In 2004, they spent $2.0 billion in the state, creating a total economic impact of$6.1 billion. This included $2.2 billion in personal income and$1.5 billion in retail trade activity. Cooperatives also provided jobs for 11,162 workers, with many of these jobs in rural areas, and supported an additional 53,676 secondary jobs throughout the state.