Percent higher than national median: 106%
Austin
Austin ranked in the top quartile for cost of living and second for tech wage premium. In addition to tech, the top industries driving tech hiring include professional, scientific, and technical services; public sector; and finance and insurance. Net tech employment in Austin is projected to grow 4.4% and currently makes up just over 13% of the overall workforce, with an economic impact of $51.2 billion in 2024. Some of the top tech companies in Austin include Apple, Tesla, Google, Dell, Amazon, Samsung, AlertMedia, BAE Systems, and General Motors.
Median tech wage: $118,888
