Raleigh Ranked #3 Best City to Start a Career
According to Elevate Leadership, Raleigh ranked as the 3rd best city in the nation to start a career in 2024! Analysts reviewed data from the 50 largest cities in the U.S. with a high concentration of young adults aged 20 to 29. Key metrics include job market strength, housing costs, and commute times. Raleigh consistently ranks in the top 10 for shortest commute times in the nation. The city’s technology hub is one of the fastest growing ecosystems in the country, with operations like Google, Meta, and Cisco. The quality of life, cost of living, and recreation in the area supports healthy lifestyles across all generations. Raleigh’s housing sector has also seen a drop in rental prices (-9.4% over the past year) for a one-bedroom apartment. Read more here.
