Nick Hochstein

Nick grew up in Yankton, SD and attended the University of Nebraska–Lincoln where he earned his degree in Actuarial Science.

Nick began his professional life at J.P. Morgan, where he worked as a Pension Actuary for five years before transitioning into Financial Analytics. Nick work with several respected organizations, building a strong foundation in financial modeling, budgeting/forecasting, risk management, and customer relationships.

He spent 13 years in Jacksonville, Florida, and another two years in Cleveland, Ohio, before returning to Sioux Falls six years ago to help care for his mother. Following her passing, Nick and Lydia made the decision to move back to Yankton to be closer to family and the community that means so meant so much to him.

Nick and Lydia are proud parents to two wonderful children — Hudson (4) and Nora (6 months) — who keep life full of fun and adventure. He enjoys running, triathlons, soccer, golf, hiking, and spending time with family.

Nick’s words....”I’m pursuing the opportunity to become a State Farm Agent because I’m passionate about helping individuals and families strengthen their financial well-being. For me, this career represents the perfect balance of community connection, education, and service — a way to make a meaningful impact by helping others build a well-protected financial future.”