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Top 10 Cities Here are the 10 top U.S. cites in the report and how they ranked in the Job Market and Socioeconomics categories
Scottsdale, AZ
Ranking
City
Job Market
Socio-economics
1
1
10
Scottsdale, AZ
3
2
2
Pittsburgh, PA
3
2
11
Columbia, MD
4
1
5
South Burlington, VT
5
15
5
Portland, ME
6
6
40
Charleston, SC
7
15
29
Chandler, AZ
11
36
Washington, DC
8
17
22
Tempe, AZ
9 10
14
37
Orlando, FL
for Veteran Jobs In 2025 FOR ACTIVE-DUTY MEMBERS getting ready to separate from service, or for veterans already out, finding a city that has: ● good paying jobs ● reasonable housing and cost of living ● but is also safe for a family to live there ● and that is family-friendly with a lot of things to do The report looked at 31 relevant metrics across two categories – Job Market and Socioeconomic – in 182 cities. The metrics were weighted more in the Job Market category than they By Ron Kness
1. Scottsdale, AZ Scottsdale, AZ, stands out as the top city for jobs in 2025, thanks to its exceptionally low unemployment rate at 2.5% as of December 2024. Most residents find work relatively easy, due to Scottsdale’s job market being among the strongest in the nation. The city also ranks first for paid internship opportunities, making it an excellent choice for students and early-career professionals seeking valuable work experience. Beyond job availability, Scottsdale offers impressive earning potential. With a median household income exceeding $102,000—adjusted for the cost of living—it ranks among the highest in the country. This combination of job accessibility and high wages makes Scottsdale an attractive destination for career growth. Quality of life is another major draw. Scottsdale ranks sixth for recreation and 13th among the best cities for families, providing residents with plenty of leisure and family-friendly amenities. Safety is another key advantage, as the city boasts the 12th-lowest violent crime rate in the U.S., further cementing its reputation as a desirable place to both live and work.
were in Socioeconomics because the availability of jobs influences a move more than anything else. Without job opportunities, the rest doesn’t matter. As far as cities in the report, it includes 150 of the most populated in the U.S. and the report contains at least two of the most populated cities in each state.
… can be a challenge. Wallet Hub did the legwork for you in these areas of concern (and much more) in their new “Best Cities for Jobs (2025)” report.
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