As the Class of 2025 enters the workforce, many graduates are weighing a key decision: Which are the best cities for college grads in 2025?

To help guide that choice, CoworkingCafe’s updated 2025 study ranks the best U.S. cities for recent grads based on eight key metrics — including job availability, median income, affordability, and quality of life. To ensure a fair comparison, we categorized the cities into three population sizes: large, mid-sizedand small cities.

Scottsdale remains a standout in 2025, ranking #9 among the top mid-sized cities for recent grads — down from #6 last year — yet still supported by a solid share of degree holders, a strong median income for graduates, excellent employer-based health insurance coverage and a vibrant lifestyle, highlighted by pl

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