If you’re considering a career in engineering, software, or clean energy, you’ll find that where you live may matter as much as what you study. Altium’s ranking of states with the most future-proof workforce offers a useful map for job seekers trying to figure out where to settle.
If salary is your priority, the study lists New Mexico, Delaware, and Maryland at the top, where median pay in future-focused occupations tops $117,000. If you prioritize a growing job market, consider New Mexico, Utah, and Idaho, which had the biggest employment gains since 2020. For a dense ecosystem of tech employers, Delaware, New Hampshire, and Colorado have a high share of private businesses in future-tech industries.
Washington is the strongest all-around choice, ranking first. Before chasing flashy, exciting states, take note that California, despite its large number of tech workers, only ranked 27th.
infographic by: www.altium.com
