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#1
ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta is home to a number of post-secondary educational institutions
including Clark Atlanta University and Georgia Institute of Technology,
among others—perfect for grads wishing to attain additional degrees.
$43,000
Mean entry level income
#2
$1,300
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
6%
Unemployment
Rate
10
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
DALLAS, TX
Home to five professional sports teams, one for every major American
team sport, Dallas offers an abundance of athletic events, entertainment
and professional options to residents.
$38,000
Mean entry level income
#3
$900
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
5.8%
Unemployment
Rate
17
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
HOUSTON, TX
Coupled with a relatively low cost of living, commuter-friendly transportation and a promising job market, Houston is ideal for young people looking to launch their careers.
$41,000
Mean entry level income
#4
$800
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
5.7%
Unemployment
Rate
14
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
ST. LOUIS, MO
St. Louis topped Forbes' 2012 list of happiest places for post-graduates,
earning accolades based on overall career happiness among those with
jobs requiring less than two years of work experience as well as the average cost of living-adjusted salary in each city.
$38,000
Mean entry level income
#5
$960
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
8.2%
Unemployment
Rate
7
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
A city with a dynamic music scene, a physically fit mantra, professional
sports teams and a vibrant art, theater and literary culture, Minneapolis
is worth a second look for college grads.
$32,000
Mean entry level income
#6
$900
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
5%
Unemployment
Rate
10
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
RALEIGH, NC
Raleigh prides itself on having a “small town” feel, which can be alluring to
many new college grads trying to escape the city. As the location of three
universities, Raleigh’s cost of living is one of the lowest on the list.
$35,000
Mean entry level income
#7
$800
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
6.2%
Unemployment
Rate
10
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
DENVER, CO
Denver’s moderate unemployment rate makes it more easy to find a job
than most metro areas. The city also houses the most bars per capita, as
well as an energetic and affordable social scene for recent college grads to
enjoy.
$35,000
Mean entry level income
#8
$970
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
6.5%
Unemployment
Rate
9
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
SEATTLE, WA
College graduates are flocking to Seattle in favor of the enticing combination of work and social possibilities. Home to prominent corporate headquarters — including Starbucks, Nordstrom, Microsoft and Amazon.com —
Seattle has endless entry-level job opportunities for young college grads.
$39,000
Mean entry level income
#9
$1,300
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
6%
Unemployment
Rate
10
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
BOSTON, MA
Whether spending the day taking in Boston’s prominent museums and
parks or unwinding for the evening at one of the city’s exclusive rooftop
lounges or underground clubs, there is always something for everyone.
$46,000
Mean entry level income
#10
$1,590
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
5.9%
Unemployment
Rate
21
Nearby Colleges
and Universities
WASHINGTON, D.C.
While the federal government is D.C.'s top employer, there are an abundance of promising career prospects in technology, international business
and hospitality. From vivacious nightlife to world-renowned museums,
there are endless forms of entertainment options for everyone.
$46,000
Mean entry level income
$1,600
Median price for a onebedroom apartment
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5.1%
Unemployment
Rate
6
Nearby Colleges
and Universities