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Top 25 Cities for Your Government Career
Currin Berdine, Tania Khadder, Anna Hennings, Adam Starr, Alice Handley | GovCentral
Now more than ever, it’s important to get the best bang for your buck and live in a high job-growth area. And there’s no question about it — when it comes to economics, not every U.S. city is created equally.
Why chase a great salary if your rent swallows most of it, unemployment is skyrocketing and you spend two hours a day just to get to and from work?
And, which cities offer the most job opportunities in 2009?
GovCentral has come up with the top 25 — and some may surprise you!
Our Criteria
We looked at cities’ growth rates, and costs of living.
We factored in average commute time — which, according to experts, has a colossal impact on your overall happiness.
We looked not only at unemployment figures, but also at the rate that unemployment has actually increased since February 2008. The most important ranking was the number of jobs currently posted on USAJobs.
Thinking of relocating for better job prospects? Need to compare two top contenders? Just curious to see where your city ranks? We’ve got you covered. Read on!
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parbuster
6 months ago
2 comments
i had a feeling silicon valley was one of 'em. wrong! it is being run by nerds and geeks. i'm outa here.
cheryljannette
6 months ago
2 comments
Irritating to read. Just list the darn cities instead of one click at a time.
Texercise
6 months ago
2 comments
Great ... sounds good ... Now the Question is ?? ... How does one get one of these jobs?? I, Unfortunately went into "Hi-Tech" right after H.S. School & directly after DeVry. Strike #1 - No ex-military experience. Strike #2 - i don't "know anyone" in the Federal Government clique(s).
seabee_philip
6 months ago
30 comments
It says "see where your city is listed". I'm so far back in the sticks, I'd have to move to another state to get an interview. Other than that, the article was very informative.
nou
6 months ago
8 comments
ok avis ok
agtijerina
6 months ago
2 comments
How do I learn about all the jobs available. I am currently unemployed and need to find a job quick.
peacebe
6 months ago
29616 comments
Glad Charleston is on the list!
barbourjohn
6 months ago
4 comments
No surprise here
sfclun
6 months ago
2 comments
my.usajob.gov