Worcester’s National Rankings

Worcester is a Nationally Recognized City

For Business:

#1 Best Small Business City in America – Forbes, 2025

#15 on “Top 25 Life Sciences Research Talent Clusters” – CBRE, 2022

For Talent:

“Top 100 Best Places to Live – Livability, 2026, 2025

#8 out of 25 on “Safest Places to Live in the US” – US News and World Report, 2023

#11 out of 25 on Top 25 Best Places to Live in the Northeast – Livability, 2024

#12 on “Top U.S. Markets for Job Growth Recovery from COVID-19” – Boston Business Journal, 2021

#13 on “Best Metro Areas for STEM Professionals” – WalletHub, 2023

#5 on “Best Places to Be a Teacher” – SmartAsset.com, 2022

#33 on “Best Places to Retire” – US News and World Report, 2023

#41 out of 228 on “Best Cities for Outdoor Activities in America” – Niche, 2023