The United States boasts a diverse array of cities, each offering unique advantages for entrepreneurs. The country has a very dynamic business scene and ranks 6th among all OECD high-income countries for ease of doing business.

The United States is also the world’s biggest economy, with more than 33 million businesses, which confirms its standing as one of the most favorable environments for starting a business. 

In addition to a vast consumer market, high rates of pay, abundant resources, and a culture that encourages innovation and entrepreneurship, the nation offers numerous opportunities for new ventures. However, choosing the right city to launch a new business is crucial to leveraging these benefits effectively.

This article explores the top 10 cities to start a business in the USA, highlighting what makes each location exceptional for entrepreneurs.

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CNN recently announced its picks for the top 100 places to live in the United States, with Carmel, Indiana taking the top spot. Ann Arbor, Michigan rounded out the top 100 in the yearly piece done by the international news organization.

The specific criteria used by CNN to make these judgements are based upon the size of the city, the economic standing of the city, and a number of different factors. Once the list had been pared down to the “top 29,” CNN dispatched delegates to the cities in an attempt to gauge specific factors that couldn’t be quantified by statistics alone. Things like community spirit and traffic were gauged at this point. In the end, the tie-breaker qualification used to distinguish between equally-matched cities was the extent of job growth or losses in the area. In these tough economic times, job availability is at the top of many people’s considerations when considering a move. Read the rest of this entry »