New York overtakes San Francisco as top US tech talent market

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New York overtakes San Francisco as top US tech talent market

New York's tech workforce reached 394,300 in 2025, surpassing San Francisco's 375,730, according to CBRE data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The shift marks the first time New York has led the ranking in 13 years.

Key Facts

New York's tech talent workforce grew to 394,300 in 2025, compared to 375,730 in San Francisco.
This is the first time New York has topped the list in 13 years.
The data comes from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and was reported by real estate firm CBRE.

Tech Talent Rankings

CBRE found that New York's tech talent workforce grew to 394,300 in 2025, compared to 375,730 in San Francisco. This marks the first time New York has topped the list in 13 years. The data was sourced from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Market Shift

New York unseats San Francisco as the top market for tech talent, according to CBRE. The ranking reflects a broader geographic shift in the US tech workforce.

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New York overtakes San Francisco as top US tech talent market

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