Fast-growing Southern cities like Nashville offer the best job opportunities for college graduates, according to a new study.
The big picture: Payroll processor ADP ranked cities based on 20-something hiring rates, wages and affordability. Southern spots outranked some more traditional destination cities.
The top 10 included Nashville; Birmingham, Alabama; Raleigh, North Carolina; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Tampa Bay, Florida.
How it works: Researchers analyzed 53 U.S. metro areas with populations of at least 1 million.
The bottom line: Entry-level hiring is rebounding this spring — but in a tough job market, young professionals' prospects may depend on the role, sector and location, the Wall Street Journal reports.
