top jobs and growing markets in major U.S. cities

You’ve just started a job search but you’re not sure which industry might suit your skills and personality. Or perhaps you’re planning a move to a new city, and are wondering what the top jobs are there. Wherever you are in your career journey, you’ve probably got more questions than answers at the moment.

That’s where Randstad’s city guides come in. Combining up-to-date data from trusted sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with our own wealth of industry expertise, we’ve profiled the job markets in 25 major U.S. cities, answering questions like:

  • What are the leading industries and growing markets?
  • Which cities have the highest-paying jobs?
  • Are there work-from-home jobs and jobs hiring immediately?
  • What are the expected salary ranges for top jobs in that city?

The result? Our exclusive series of in-depth reports detailing the 12 top jobs in each city right now, to help you on your job search.

latest job market trends

To get a full picture of today’s employment scene, let’s take a look at top job market trends across the U.S. and what they mean for you.

city overviews

Whether you’ve recently left high school, just graduated from college or are well established on your career path, your next role is waiting for you. Browse our city guides here: