With a Metro population of 1,789,100 and projected annual job growth of 2.9% Austin, Tx is listed by Forbes Magazine as the 9th best place for business and careers. They go on to say that Austin has the fastest growing economy in the U.S. as projected growth over the next 3 years is 6.2% annually. Thanks to a healthy young population, state government, and over 70 colleges and universities within a 200 mile radius.
The Best Places For Business And Careers | forbes.com