Most white-collar workforce, US cities · 2020
US cities ranked by the share of employed residents in management, business, science, and arts occupations (2023 ACS). Los Altos, California leads at 82.7%. 6,811 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. California carries 7 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-02 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest management & professional?
Los Altos, California ranks #1 with 82.7% (2020 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by management & professional?
Los Altos, California, Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey, West University Place, Texas, Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania, Pelham Manor, New York.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,811 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2020 ACS 5-year data.
How is management & professional measured?
Share of workers in management, business, science, and arts occupations. Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020).