Despite a wobbling stock market and whisperings of a recession, it's still undeniably job-seeker's market out there. But some areas are more attractive than others for today's workers. The Wall Street Journal has released its latest rankings of top job markets, based on data from moody's Analytics. The top two areas have something in common: hot music scenes. Related: Hiring in today's competitive job market Austin, Texas, once again tops the list of metro areas with more than 1 million people, coasting on its reputation as a college town and a tech hub--the later fueled by continued investment from Apple. Texas metro areas boast two spots among this year's top 10, as does California, despite high costs of living and housing shortages. Among smaller metro areas, cities in Colorado and Texas continue to offer ample opportunities for jobs and wage growth. Which metro areas are among the top for job seekers? Check out the slideshow above to see the top 10. Read more:
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Emily Payne
Emily Payne is director, content analytics for ALM's Business & Finance Markets and former managing editor for BenefitsPRO. A Wisconsin native, she has spent the past decade writing and editing for various athletic and fitness publications. She holds an English degree and Business certificate from the University of Wisconsin.
