Scottsdale has been named the best city nationally for jobs, with Tempe and Chandler not far behind.
Researcher WalletHub evaluated 182 U.S. cities across 31 indicators, ranging from openings per job seeker and overall employment growth to average starting salaries, unemployment rate, commute times and affordable housing.
Largely on the basis of its 12% job growth, Scottsdale took the top spot in the study.
“This ensures there will be plenty of hiring opportunities for people entering the workforce,” the report said. “Scottsdale ranks first when it comes to internship opportunities as well, so it’s great for people looking for workforce experience during school.”
Scottsdale finished first in the important employment-growth category, and Tempe was third. Meanwhile, Chandler tied with five other cities for having the highest median annual income adjusted for local costs of living.
Scottsdale beat second-place Tampa, Florida. Salt Lake City finished third overall, ahead of Columbia, Maryland, in the fourth spot and Austin, Texas, rounding out the top five.