Where would you move for a new job? Glassdoor, announced results of its newest jobs report identifying the 25 Best Cities for Jobs in 2017.
This list is compiled by ranking U.S. metros, determined by weighing three factors equally:
- How easy it is to get a job?
- How affordable it is to live there? and
- How satisfied employees are working there?
Glassdoor’s 25 Best Cities for Jobs in 2017 are:
- Glassdoor City Score (out of 5): 4.4
- Job Openings: 95,399
- Median Base Salary: $44,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.2
- Median Home Value: $137,400
- Hot Jobs: Civil Engineer, Project Manager, Registered Nurse
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.4
- Job Openings: 80,561
- Median Base Salary: $43,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $138,100
- Hot Jobs: DevOps Engineer, Marketing Manager, Machine Operator
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.4
- Job Openings: 90,649
- Median Base Salary: $45,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $159,400
- Hot Jobs: Software Engineer, Research Associate, Audit Manager
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.4
- Job Openings: 65,810
- Median Base Salary: $50,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $228,200
- Hot Jobs: Mobile Developer, Physician, Civil Engineer
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.4
- Job Openings: 104,725
- Median Base Salary: $45,600
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $148,600
- Hot Jobs: Electrical Engineer, Communications Manager, Recruiter
6. Memphis, TN
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.4
- Job Openings: 42,347
- Median Base Salary: $41,200
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $119,700
- Hot Jobs: Physical Therapist, Software Engineer, Maintenance Technician
7. Columbus, OH
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.3
- Job Openings: 78,370
- Median Base Salary: $45,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $162,500
- Hot Jobs: Office Manager, Database Administrator, Restaurant Manager,
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.3
- Job Openings: 79,554
- Median Base Salary: $44,637
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $152,600
- Hot Jobs: Data Engineer, Medical Assistant, Account Executive
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.3
- Job Openings: 66,410
- Median Base Salary: $43,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $134,600
- Hot Jobs: DevOps Engineer, Consultant, Sales Associate
10. Louisville, KY
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.2
- Job Openings: 49,213
- Median Base Salary: $40,138
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $148,600
- Hot Jobs: Mechanical Engineer, Nurse Manager, Warehouse Associate
11. Birmingham, AL
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.2
- Job Openings: 40,123
- Median Base Salary: $38,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $133,400
- Hot Jobs: Marketing Manager, Insurance Agent, Truck Driver
12. Detroit, MI
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.2
- Job Openings: 119,567
- Median Base Salary: $46,344
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $141,000
- Hot Jobs: Business Operations Manager, Software Engineer, Auto Technician
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 151,656
- Median Base Salary: $52,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $247,400
- Hot Jobs: Manufacturing Engineer, Graphic Designer, Sales Associate
14. Hartford, CT
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 46,274
- Median Base Salary: $55,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $223,100
- Hot Jobs: Physician Assistant, Professor, Mechanical Engineer
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 43,898
- Median Base Salary: $36,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $134,900
- Hot Jobs: Compliance Manager, Medical Assistant, Restaurant Manager
16. Washington, DC
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 293,481
- Median Base Salary: $62,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.5
- Median Home Value: $382,600
- Hot Jobs: Systems Engineer, Financial Analyst, Risk Consultant
17. Seattle, WA
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 187,741
- Median Base Salary: $65,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.5
- Median Home Value: $447,100
- Hot Jobs: Software Development Engineer, Technical Program Manager, Barista
18. Atlanta, GA
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 195,021
- Median Base Salary: $46,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $179,900
- Hot Jobs: Mechanical Engineer, Physical Therapist, Marketing Manager
19. Baltimore, MD
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 123,370
- Median Base Salary: $48,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $261,000
- Hot Jobs: Project Manager, Controls Engineer, Executive Assistant
20. Nashville, TN
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.1
- Job Openings: 80,192
- Median Base Salary: $42,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $220,100
- Hot Jobs: Professor, Licensed Practical Nurse, Restaurant Server
21. Milwaukee, WI
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.0
- Job Openings: 63,772
- Median Base Salary: $46,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.2
- Median Home Value: $215,500
- Hot Jobs: Civil Engineer, Medical Assistant, Sales Consultant
22. San Jose, CA
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.0
- Job Openings: 106,809
- Median Base Salary: $100,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.5
- Median Home Value: $1,013,700
- Hot Jobs: Software Development Engineer, Marketing Manager, Test Engineer
23. Chicago, IL
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.0
- Job Openings: 332,546
- Median Base Salary: $50,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $211,200
- Hot Jobs: Occupational Therapist, Manufacturing Engineer, Account Executive
24. Charlotte, NC
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.0
- Job Openings: 78,285
- Median Base Salary: $45,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3
- Median Home Value: $174,800
- Hot Jobs: Business Analyst, Sales Consultant, Clinical Nurse
- Glassdoor City Score: 4.0
- Job Openings: 249,235
- Median Base Salary: $49,000
- Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.4
- Median Home Value: $211,000
- Hot Jobs: Software Engineer, Financial Analyst, Server
Interestingly, some major technology and financial hubs, such as San Francisco and New York City, did not make the top 25, even though several of these cities currently offer healthy job markets. Ohio is the only state with three cities among the top 25 (#7 Columbus, #8 Cincinnati, #9 Cleveland).
“Big, metropolitan cities may be more famous than others, including being home to some amazing companies to work for, but this recognition is also what contributes to them being among the most expensive places to live,” says Glassdoor Chief Economist Dr. Andrew Chamberlain. “People may be overlooking midsize cities like Pittsburgh or St. Louis if they are looking to relocate or find new opportunities. What this jobs report shows is that many midsize cities stand out for offering a great mix of a thriving job market with plenty of opportunity, paired with home affordability and being regions where employees are more satisfied in their jobs too.”