PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Just as Oregon is ranked among the worst places for business and thousands of workers face layoffs statewide, LinkedIn has recognized Portland as one of the nation’s “cities on the rise.”
The professional networking platform unveiled its inaugural top 25 list of U.S. metro areas that have seen an uptick in roles and “new talent” on Tuesday. The Rose City landed at No. 20.
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“A ‘new’ Portland is gaining momentum, fueled by local entrepreneurs and renewed optimism as foot traffic across the city center roars back, helping the city reclaim its reputation for livability,” LinkedIn said.
The ranking shows that the Portland area’s average income is $74,990, with an average home listing price is $787,530. It also lists manufacturing, professional services and healthcare as the top industries that are hiring — specifically listing Intel, Nike and Oregon Health & Science University as top employers…