{"id":24362,"date":"2020-02-06T14:15:52","date_gmt":"2020-02-06T20:15:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.crowdspring.com\/?p=24362"},"modified":"2025-08-21T23:29:23","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T04:29:23","slug":"startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best Cities in the United States for Startups and Entrepreneurs (Updated for 2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/pedro-lastra-152876-unsplash\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-29247\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29247\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/27130733\/pedro-lastra-152876-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/27130733\/pedro-lastra-152876-unsplash.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/27130733\/pedro-lastra-152876-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/27130733\/pedro-lastra-152876-unsplash-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/27130733\/pedro-lastra-152876-unsplash-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n<div class='header-cta' style='display:none'>\n  <span>Will your business idea succeed?<\/span>\n  <a href='https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/evaluate-your-startup-idea-quiz\/' class='btn btn-primary' target='_blank'>Take our quiz - completely confidential and free!<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p>Silicon Valley has dominated the U.S. startup ecosystem for many decades.<\/p>\n<p>Despite repeated efforts, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">few cities outside the Valley (New York and Boston) have historically had the critical mix of VC funding, network, and talent to fuel vibrant startup centers. Best startup city rankings have reflected this truth for a long time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>But this is becoming less true today <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as more and more entrepreneurs find their way across the U.S. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many metro areas now have growing infrastructure and increasingly skilled workforces that can support tech startups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Increasingly, these metro areas regularly appear in rankings of the best cities in the United States for startups and entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that these new metro centers are significantly less expensive than Silicon Valley or the East Coast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Over the past fifteen years, crowdspring has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and owners l<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/starting-a-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">aunch businesses<\/a>. I&#8217;ve also mentored thousands of entrepreneurs in the U.S. and worldwide. While mentoring, I&#8217;ve learned a lot about resources available for entrepreneurs in different U.S. states.\u00a0 As a result, I&#8217;ve developed many insights and tips on starting, running, and growing a business. I share these insights, tips, learnings, and actionable tips in this guide.<\/p>\n<p>Between 2021 and 2022, the number of small businesses in the U.S. <a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.advocacy.sba.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/30121338\/Small-Business-Economic-Profile-US.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">increased<\/a> by nearly 1 million to 33.2 million.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42272\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19110330\/2022-small-business-map-including-texas.png\" alt=\"2022 Small Business Map in the United States, including Texas\" width=\"700\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19110330\/2022-small-business-map-including-texas.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19110330\/2022-small-business-map-including-texas-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/19110330\/2022-small-business-map-including-texas-400x265.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can start a successful business in any city. But some cities and states offer more incentives, stronger communities, and better resources.<\/p>\n<h2>Let&#8217;s look at the 15 best U.S. cities (outside Silicon Valley and the East Coast) to build your startup in 2024.<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#austin\">Austin, TX<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#boulder\">Boulder, CO<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#miami\">Miami, FL<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#losangeles\">Los Angeles, CA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sanfrancisco\">San Franciso, CA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#provo\">Provo, UT<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#lasvegas\">Las Vegas, NV<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#denver\">Denver, CO<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#seattle\">Seattle, WA<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#chicago\">Chicago, IL<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#slc\">Salt Lake City, UT<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#stlouis\">Saint Louis, MO<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#detroit\">Detroit, MI<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#nashville\">Nashville, TN<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#atlanta\">Atlanta, GA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><div class=' hide-for-medium hide-for-large'><div style='padding: 10px 32px;text-align: center;background-position: center;background-color: #DA6D5A;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size: contain;'><h2 style='font-size: 35px;line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 12px;color: white;'>Free Business Startup Kit<\/h2><p style='font-size: 18px;margin: 20px 0 30px;line-height: 1.5;color: white;'>Receive six actionable guides, including a how to start a business checklist, detailed comparisons of LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships to determine the best fit for your business, plus insights on crafting a compelling pitch deck to attract investors.<\/p><img style='margin-bottom: 32px;' src='https:\/\/crowdspring3-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/marketing\/inline-business-kit.png' \/><div style='display: flex; justify-content: center;'><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 15px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> How to Start a Business Checklist<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i>Starting a Corporation Guide<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Is an LLC Right for You?<\/li><\/ul><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 15px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Sole Proprietorship<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting Business Partnerships<\/li><\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Creating a Powerful Pitch Deck<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div style='margin-top: 14px;margin-bottom: 24px;text-align: center;'><a href='\/business-startup-kit\/' target='_blank' style='background: #23b3f1; color: white; padding: 16px 32px; border-radius: 2px; font-weight: 700;font-size:11px;'>Get your free startup kit<i class='fa fa-angle-right' style='font-size: 20px; vertical-align: middle; background: white; border-radius: 50%; padding: 4px 12px 4px 14px; color: black; margin: 0 -18px 0 16px;'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='show-for-medium hide-for-large'><div style='padding: 10px 32px;text-align: center;background-position: center;background-color: #DA6D5A;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size: contain;'><h2 style='font-size: 45px;line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 12px;color: white;'>Free Business Startup Kit<\/h2><p style='font-size: 24px;margin: 20px 0 40px;line-height: 1.5;color: white;'>Receive six actionable guides, including a how to start a business checklist, detailed comparisons of LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships to determine the best fit for your business, plus insights on crafting a compelling pitch deck to attract investors.<\/p><img style='margin-bottom: 32px;' src='https:\/\/crowdspring3-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/marketing\/inline-business-kit.png' \/><div style='display: flex; justify-content: center;'><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 18px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> How to Start a Business Checklist<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Corporation Guide<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Is an LLC Right for You?<\/li><\/ul><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 18px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Sole Proprietorship<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting Business Partnerships<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Creating a Powerful Pitch Deck<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div style='margin-top: 14px;margin-bottom: 24px;text-align: center;'><a href='\/business-startup-kit\/' target='_blank' style='background: #23b3f1; color: white; padding: 16px 32px; border-radius: 2px; font-weight: 700;font-size:19.2px;'>Get your free startup kit<i class='fa fa-angle-right' style='font-size: 27px; vertical-align: middle; background: white; border-radius: 50%; padding: 4px 12px 4px 14px; color: black; margin: 0 -18px 0 16px;'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='show-for-large'><div style='padding: 10px 32px;text-align: center;background-position: center;background-color: #DA6D5A;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size: contain;'><h2 style='font-size: 50px;line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 12px;color: white;'>Free Business Startup Kit<\/h2><p style='font-size: 24px;margin: 20px 0 40px;line-height: 1.5;color: white;'>Receive six actionable guides, including a how to start a business checklist, detailed comparisons of LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships to determine the best fit for your business, plus insights on crafting a compelling pitch deck to attract investors.<\/p><img style='margin-bottom: 32px;' src='https:\/\/crowdspring3-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/marketing\/inline-business-kit.png' \/><div style='display: flex; justify-content: center;'><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 16px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> How to Start a Business Checklist<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Corporation Guide<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Is an LLC Right for You?<\/li><\/ul><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 16px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Sole Proprietorship<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting Business Partnerships<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i>  Creating a Powerful Pitch Deck<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div style='margin-top: 14px;margin-bottom: 24px;text-align: center;'><a href='\/business-startup-kit\/' target='_blank' style='background: #23b3f1; color: white; padding: 16px 32px; border-radius: 2px; font-weight: 700;font-size:19.2px;'>Get your free startup kit<i class='fa fa-angle-right' style='font-size: 27px; vertical-align: middle; background: white; border-radius: 50%; padding: 4px 12px 4px 14px; color: black; margin: 0 -18px 0 16px;'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"chicago\">Austin, TX<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29278\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/34092235421_bdcc2f5263_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/34092235421_bdcc2f5263_o.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/34092235421_bdcc2f5263_o-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/34092235421_bdcc2f5263_o-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/34092235421_bdcc2f5263_o-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The capital of Texas was recently named the #1 place in America to start a business by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2016\/08\/11\/austin-is-top-place-for-startups-in-america-not-silicon-valley.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CNBC<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"http:\/\/austin.culturemap.com\/news\/innovation\/08-12-16-cnbc-americas-best-places-to-start-a-business-austin-ranking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2016 Kauffman Growth Entrepreneurship Index<\/a>, Austin&#8217;s startups grew faster than every city except Washington, D.C., growing by 81.2 percent. That&#8217;s exceptional startup growth that other cities will find tough to match.<\/p>\n<p>Due to\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">the influence of the\u00a0University of Texas at Austin and other universities<\/span>, Austin is known for having an educated workforce.<\/p>\n<p>Austin has become quite a hotspot. Employers and people interested in growth industries are drawn to the youthful, smart energy that flourishes there.<\/p>\n<p>William Hurley, the co-founder of Honest Dollar, an Austin-based provider of retirement plans to small businesses, <a href=\"http:\/\/austin.culturemap.com\/news\/innovation\/08-12-16-cnbc-americas-best-places-to-start-a-business-austin-ranking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">says creative talent is abundant<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>It&#8217;s got the music, the university scene, the hippies and the rule-breakers&#8230;. It&#8217;s very easy to hire people who want to push the limits. It&#8217;s an incredibly innovative city.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Austin also stands out for its affordability. Many small-business owners, who often pay taxes at the individual level, appreciate that the state has no personal income tax and a zero corporate tax rate. Combined, these factors point to available money for business owners to invest in their ventures.<\/p>\n<p>Austin&#8217;s overall culture is renowned for its support of the small business community. Celebrating its unique culture and flourishing business community is very appealing, and many new startups are flocking to the city to embrace it as their own.<\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/texas-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Texas<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<p><div style='margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; padding: 20px; background-color:#D8EBFE;'><p style='margin: 20px;'><span style='color:#000000; font-weight:bold;'><i class='fa fa-star'><\/i> Hire an expert to form your company and save time.<\/span> Our trusted partners can help: <b><a href='https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2378161&u=3406575&m=69959&urllink=&afftrack=' rel='nofollow'>Northwest ($39 + state fee)<\/b><\/a> or <b><a href='https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=617326&u=3406575&m=53954&urllink=orders%2Eincfile%2Ecom%2Fform%2Dorder%2Dnow%2Ephp&afftrack=' rel='nofollow'>Bizee ($199 + state fee)<\/b><\/a>.<br\/><br\/>We recommend Northwest. After evaluating the leading registration companies, Northwest stands out as our top choice due to its competitive pricing, exceptional customer support, and commitment to privacy.<br\/><br>Pay just $39 + state fees and you'll get a free year of registered agent service, articles of organization, privacy, and client support from local experts.<\/p><\/div><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/surge-cities\/best-places-start-business.html#surge-methodology\">Surge Cities Index from Inc.<\/a> ranks Austin:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/austin-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30065\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30065\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/27130424\/austin-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/27130424\/austin-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/27130424\/austin-ranking-inc-264x300.png 264w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/27130424\/austin-ranking-inc-640x728.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/27130424\/austin-ranking-inc-400x455.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/austin-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30067\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30067\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130423\/austin-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130423\/austin-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130423\/austin-surge-rank-inc-248x300.png 248w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130423\/austin-surge-rank-inc-640x774.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130423\/austin-surge-rank-inc-400x484.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"boulder\">Boulder, CO<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29279\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/29385076615-d12599f161-k-1508509590.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/29385076615-d12599f161-k-1508509590.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/29385076615-d12599f161-k-1508509590-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/29385076615-d12599f161-k-1508509590-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130727\/29385076615-d12599f161-k-1508509590-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Boulder may be known for its eccentric, diverse population, but that reputation belies its true nature as an entrepreneurial powerhouse.<\/p>\n<p>In 2015<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">, Nerdwallet.com\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/kathryndill\/2015\/04\/30\/the-best-places-for-starting-a-business-in-2015\/#13fa72d634d6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chose Boulder<\/a> as one of the best places to start a business and the #1 city for female entrepreneurs, and for good reason: Boulder is<\/span>\u00a0an affluent urban center and was ranked as one of the top 20 most productive metro areas in terms of GDP. It&#8217;s no wonder so many entrepreneurs launch their startups in Boulder.<\/p>\n<p>Boulder is home to several high-profile companies, including herbal tea leader Celestial Seasoning, Ball Aerospace, and respected startup accelerator TechStars.<\/p>\n<p>Several local venture capital firms, including Foundry Group, bolster Boulder\u2019s entrepreneurial system.<\/p>\n<p>With its concentrated mix of start-ups, established businesses, and venture capital, Boulder has all the elements to fuel sustainable economic growth. Foundry Group\u2019s founder Brad Feld <a href=\"https:\/\/venturebeat.com\/2013\/02\/18\/top-10-boulder-startups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">noted<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Entrepreneurs here use a \u2018give before you get\u2019 mentality. We are willing to help anyone without an expectation of what we are going to get back in the short term. This creates a powerful long-term dynamic.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Boulder is an entrepreneurial force of nature. In 2010, the city had <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/magazine\/201312\/boulder-colorado-fast-growing-business.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">six times more<\/a> high-tech startups per capita than the nation&#8217;s average. Its dynamic culture encourages Boulder\u2019s prosperous economy, draws people in (especially millennials), and provides them with excellent motivation to stay.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"miami\">Miami, FL<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_29280\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29280\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29280\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130726\/luxury-hotel-in-miami.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130726\/luxury-hotel-in-miami.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130726\/luxury-hotel-in-miami-300x90.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130726\/luxury-hotel-in-miami-640x192.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130726\/luxury-hotel-in-miami-400x120.jpeg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-29280\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Miami city skyline panorama at dusk with urban skyscrapers and a bridge over the sea with reflection<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Don\u2019t let the sand, sun, and tourism of South Beach distract you from Miami\u2019s reputation as a great place for new businesses. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kauffman.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2017_Kauffman_Index_Startup_Activity_Metro_Report_Final.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kauffman Index<\/a> recently named Miami the most entrepreneurial city in the U.S., with the country\u2019s highest startup density, 107.8 startups per 100,000 people.<\/p>\n<p>The city isn\u2019t just the home of new businesses. Large companies like Google, Twitter, Facebook, and Apple have offices there, and 139 companies are on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/inc5000\/list\/2015\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inc. 5000 list<\/a> of fastest-growing private companies.<\/p>\n<p><div class=' hide-for-medium hide-for-large'><div style='padding: 10px 32px;text-align: center;background-position: center;background-color: #DA6D5A;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size: contain;'><h2 style='font-size: 35px;line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 12px;color: white;'>Free Business Startup Kit<\/h2><p style='font-size: 18px;margin: 20px 0 30px;line-height: 1.5;color: white;'>Receive six actionable guides, including a how to start a business checklist, detailed comparisons of LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships to determine the best fit for your business, plus insights on crafting a compelling pitch deck to attract investors.<\/p><img style='margin-bottom: 32px;' src='https:\/\/crowdspring3-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/marketing\/inline-business-kit.png' \/><div style='display: flex; justify-content: center;'><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 15px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> How to Start a Business Checklist<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i>Starting a Corporation Guide<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Is an LLC Right for You?<\/li><\/ul><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 15px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Sole Proprietorship<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting Business Partnerships<\/li><\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Creating a Powerful Pitch Deck<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div style='margin-top: 14px;margin-bottom: 24px;text-align: center;'><a href='\/business-startup-kit\/' target='_blank' style='background: #23b3f1; color: white; padding: 16px 32px; border-radius: 2px; font-weight: 700;font-size:11px;'>Get your free startup kit<i class='fa fa-angle-right' style='font-size: 20px; vertical-align: middle; background: white; border-radius: 50%; padding: 4px 12px 4px 14px; color: black; margin: 0 -18px 0 16px;'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='show-for-medium hide-for-large'><div style='padding: 10px 32px;text-align: center;background-position: center;background-color: #DA6D5A;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size: contain;'><h2 style='font-size: 45px;line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 12px;color: white;'>Free Business Startup Kit<\/h2><p style='font-size: 24px;margin: 20px 0 40px;line-height: 1.5;color: white;'>Receive six actionable guides, including a how to start a business checklist, detailed comparisons of LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships to determine the best fit for your business, plus insights on crafting a compelling pitch deck to attract investors.<\/p><img style='margin-bottom: 32px;' src='https:\/\/crowdspring3-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/marketing\/inline-business-kit.png' \/><div style='display: flex; justify-content: center;'><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 18px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> How to Start a Business Checklist<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Corporation Guide<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Is an LLC Right for You?<\/li><\/ul><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 18px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Sole Proprietorship<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting Business Partnerships<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Creating a Powerful Pitch Deck<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div style='margin-top: 14px;margin-bottom: 24px;text-align: center;'><a href='\/business-startup-kit\/' target='_blank' style='background: #23b3f1; color: white; padding: 16px 32px; border-radius: 2px; font-weight: 700;font-size:19.2px;'>Get your free startup kit<i class='fa fa-angle-right' style='font-size: 27px; vertical-align: middle; background: white; border-radius: 50%; padding: 4px 12px 4px 14px; color: black; margin: 0 -18px 0 16px;'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='show-for-large'><div style='padding: 10px 32px;text-align: center;background-position: center;background-color: #DA6D5A;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size: contain;'><h2 style='font-size: 50px;line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 12px;color: white;'>Free Business Startup Kit<\/h2><p style='font-size: 24px;margin: 20px 0 40px;line-height: 1.5;color: white;'>Receive six actionable guides, including a how to start a business checklist, detailed comparisons of LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships to determine the best fit for your business, plus insights on crafting a compelling pitch deck to attract investors.<\/p><img style='margin-bottom: 32px;' src='https:\/\/crowdspring3-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/marketing\/inline-business-kit.png' \/><div style='display: flex; justify-content: center;'><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 16px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> How to Start a Business Checklist<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Corporation Guide<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Is an LLC Right for You?<\/li><\/ul><ul style='list-style: none;text-align: left;font-size: 16px;color: white;flex: 1;'><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting a Sole Proprietorship<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i> Starting Business Partnerships<\/li><li style='margin-bottom: 16px;'><i class='fa fa-check-circle'><\/i>  Creating a Powerful Pitch Deck<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div style='margin-top: 14px;margin-bottom: 24px;text-align: center;'><a href='\/business-startup-kit\/' target='_blank' style='background: #23b3f1; color: white; padding: 16px 32px; border-radius: 2px; font-weight: 700;font-size:19.2px;'>Get your free startup kit<i class='fa fa-angle-right' style='font-size: 27px; vertical-align: middle; background: white; border-radius: 50%; padding: 4px 12px 4px 14px; color: black; margin: 0 -18px 0 16px;'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p>Miami\u2019s close ties with Latin America have bolstered its appeal. Laura Gonz\u00e1lez-Est\u00e9fani, Director of Partnerships &amp; Mobile LatAm for Facebook, <a href=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/2016\/01\/03\/miami-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">says<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>There is talent, there is support from the institutions and private initiatives that are focused on boosting innovation, and there is an incremental interest from VCs and business angels for innovative projects.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Brian Brackeen, CEO of Miami-based Kairos, also found Miami <a href=\"https:\/\/500.co\/miamis-startup-ecosystem-just-needs-a-little-gas-in-the-tank\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hard to resist<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>We were searching things like AngelList, GitHub, different state web sites, then we took all that data and Miami was at the very top of the list in every important category&#8230;Cheapest for our employees, and the best tax situation for the company and our workers.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>A diverse, skilled population, robust entrepreneurial environment, and invaluable bridge to Latin America\u2014the \u201cMagic City\u201d may be just that for entrepreneurs seeking a thriving, business-friendly place to set up shop.<\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/florida-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Florida<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks Miami:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/miami-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30072\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30072\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-ranking-inc-257x300.png 257w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-ranking-inc-640x748.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-ranking-inc-400x467.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/miami-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30073\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30073\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-surge-rank-inc-250x300.png 250w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-surge-rank-inc-640x767.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130420\/miami-surge-rank-inc-400x479.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"losangeles\">Los Angeles, CA<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29281\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/los-angeles-1598747.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/los-angeles-1598747.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/los-angeles-1598747-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/los-angeles-1598747-640x322.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/los-angeles-1598747-400x201.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Los Angeles is known for sun, stars, and surf; now you can add startups to the list.<\/p>\n<p>The city is renowned as a center for tech entrepreneurship. In addition to being the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.economist.com\/news\/business\/21709564-cheaper-location-tech-companies-takes-los-angeles-booms-startup-hub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">third-largest startup hub in the U.S.<\/a> (behind Silicon Valley and New York), the city of flowers and sunshine boasts one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/2014\/10\/08\/theres-something-going-on-in-l-a\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">largest concentrations of engineering graduates<\/a> in the country.<\/p>\n<p>LA has also increasingly attracted more and more venture capital investment and investors.<\/p>\n<p>All of these things aside, one of its biggest attractions may be what is not: Silicon Valley.<\/p>\n<p>This was one of the reasons entrepreneur Justin Yoshimura (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/pictures\/mmj45ifhm\/justin-yoshimura-founderceo-500friends-23\/#790ff3ec31f4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">founder of the start-up 500friends<\/a>) found his way there:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Compared to San Francisco in particular, it&#8217;s very cheap. Santa Monica is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in L.A. and I have a yard with a pool and a beautiful home for less than what I would pay for an equivalent-sized condo in San Francisco.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The city isn\u2019t lacking for high-profile companies, either, with Snapchat, SpaceX, VR trailblazer Oculus, and League of Legends creator Riot Games calling Los Angeles home. The city&#8217;s energy fuels and sustains a community of entrepreneurs, whether they\u2019re here because of the diversity, the mild weather, and the relaxed atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"subscription-hero-snippet image-on-left\" style=\"background: #DA6D5A\"><div class=\"title centered\">How much is a great logo worth to your business?<\/div><div class=\"main-content\"><div class=\"image-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.crowdspring.com\/marketing\/landing-page\/logo-quiz-hero-optimized.png\" alt=\"logo designer sitting in front of a computer\"\/><\/div><div class=\"form-wrapper\"><div class=\"subtitle\">Answer 5 quick questions & gain 15 valuable insights to drive customer loyalty and business growth.<\/div><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/logo-quiz\/\">Start the free quiz now!<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p>Entrepreneur Adam Pokornicky <a href=\"https:\/\/tech.co\/entrepreneurs-startup-los-angeles-2017-03\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">found the city\u2019s community<\/a> inspiring:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>I\u2019m seeing a consistent pattern of optimism, curiosity, and community, That kind of energy and like-mindedness is a breath of fresh air and super motivating.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Psyop founder Todd Mueller agreed, drawing attention to the city\u2019s mix and diversity of talent:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Venice itself represents this sort of oddball collection of people representing different backgrounds and worldviews, but they share an openness and a curiosity that, when you harness it for a common cause like building a startup, is very powerful.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/california-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in California<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks Los Angeles:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/los-angeles-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30082\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30082\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-ranking-inc-255x300.png 255w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-ranking-inc-640x754.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-ranking-inc-400x471.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30083\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30083\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc-243x300.png 243w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc-640x789.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc-400x493.png 400w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130413\/los-angeles-surge-rank-inc-265x328.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sanfrancisco\">San Francisco, CA<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29282\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/28791587375_9375ac632b_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/28791587375_9375ac632b_o.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/28791587375_9375ac632b_o-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/28791587375_9375ac632b_o-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130725\/28791587375_9375ac632b_o-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The days of San Francisco being famous for trolley cars, Rice-A-Roni, and serving as a refuge for artists and bohemians are long over.<\/p>\n<p>For better or worse, the city and the Bay Area are now synonymous with entrepreneurship and innovative high-tech thought leadership.<\/p>\n<p>The concentration of startups, especially tech startups in the city by the bay, is dizzying. You can find Twitter next to Square and <a href=\"https:\/\/businessnamezone.com\/blog\/why-is-uber-called-uber\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uber<\/a>, and Dropbox, Pinterest, and Zynga within blocks of each other.<\/p>\n<p>The whole city feels like a self-perpetuating machine, where venture capital draws in startups, which pulls in more venture capital, and so on. If the tourist tours of start-ups are any indication, the area\u2019s nickname as the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/jlim\/2014\/07\/29\/what-san-franciscos-startup-scene-is-really-like\/#35507fcc1b0e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hollywood of Technology<\/a>\u201d is wholly appropriate.<\/p>\n<p>It makes a lot of sense for companies and entrepreneurs to want to be here. In addition to the availability of funding and startup resources, the huge numbers of skilled workers and prestigious schools that help to educate them are unparalleled.<\/p>\n<p>Musician Paul Kantner once said that San Francisco was \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Paul_Kantner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">49 square miles surrounded by reality<\/a>.\u201d That may be true for the opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs, but the reality of big money and big business\u2019 strain on the city itself is everywhere. Housing and rent prices are at unbelievable levels, and the difficulties of such a high cost of living are real and growing issues.<\/p>\n<p>All of these things said, there are many benefits to entrepreneurs in the city and Silicon Valley. For some, the intensity of energy and innovation found here may be irresistible.<\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/california-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in California<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks San Francisco:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/san-francisco-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30086\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30086\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-ranking-inc-252x300.png 252w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-ranking-inc-640x763.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-ranking-inc-400x477.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/san-francisco-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30087\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30087\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-surge-rank-inc-251x300.png 251w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-surge-rank-inc-640x765.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130409\/san-francisco-surge-rank-inc-400x478.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"provo\">Provo, UT<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29283\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/provo_downtown_historic_district.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/provo_downtown_historic_district.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/provo_downtown_historic_district-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/provo_downtown_historic_district-640x480.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/provo_downtown_historic_district-400x300.jpeg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Utah\u2019s entrepreneur-friendly culture is well known, but even with that considered, there is still something noteworthy going on in the Beehive State, especially in Provo. The amount raised in 2014 by companies based out of the Provo-Orem metropolitan area was staggering: around an average of 51.3 million dollars.<\/p>\n<p>This, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbinsights.com\/research\/utah-venture-capital-funding-2014\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">over 800 million dollars raised<\/a> by Utah-based companies that year, ranked Utah as the seventh highest in the country, an impressive achievement for a state with just three million people.<\/p>\n<p>There are many big companies based in Provo, too, which helps attract and retain people with desirable skills and experience. Novell has its corporate headquarters in the city, as do Qualtrics, BlueHost, and Jive Communications. Brigham Young University has renowned entrepreneurship programs and produces many graduates who start businesses of their own.<\/p>\n<p>Provo also stands out as a great city for entrepreneurs and startups because it&#8217;s affordable. The cost of living in the city is a big attraction, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/provo-ut\/home-values\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the median price of homes<\/a> hovering around $220,000. Compared to the median price of homes in San Francisco (which as of June 2017 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paragon-re.com\/trend\/june-2017-crazy-hot-san-francisco-market-again\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">was over 1.5 million<\/a>), the cost of living combined with the access to venture capital and a skilled, motivated workforce makes Provo a compelling option.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"lasvegas\">Las Vegas, NV<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29284\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/77535c86de2cd-fda7-4697-8b51-1615d980eb65_l.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/77535c86de2cd-fda7-4697-8b51-1615d980eb65_l.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/77535c86de2cd-fda7-4697-8b51-1615d980eb65_l-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/77535c86de2cd-fda7-4697-8b51-1615d980eb65_l-640x394.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130724\/77535c86de2cd-fda7-4697-8b51-1615d980eb65_l-400x246.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Startup activity in Las Vegas is booming.<\/p>\n<p>A recent study by the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kauffman.org\/newsroom\/2017\/05\/startup-activity-swings-upward-for-third-consecutive-year-annual-kauffman-index-reports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kauffman Foundation<\/a> found Las Vegas bounding onto the startup scene, countering the public perception that Vegas is entirely centered around gambling and resorts.<\/p>\n<p>After the economy crashed in 2008, Las Vegas was pushed to reinvent itself to survive. With businesses clearing out of California because of its oppressive taxation, Las Vegas welcomed many entrepreneurs with open arms and appealing tax relief.<\/p>\n<p>The city is now the host to many of the largest industry trade shows for tech and other industries. It also boasts plenty of investors with co-working spaces and funding and mentoring programs to stimulate a business environment.<\/p>\n<p>Tony Hsieh of Zappos appreciates the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/ilya-pozin\/this-is-why-nevada-is-the-best-place-for-you-to-start-a-business.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">endless possibilities<\/a>&#8221; he has discovered in Nevada. Hsieh put $350 million into revitalizing Las Vegas to contribute to becoming \u201cthe co-learning and co-working <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewjournal.com\/business\/las-vegas-technology-boom-sputtering-but-still-alive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">capital of the world<\/a>.\u201d He began a venture fund in 2012, <a href=\"https:\/\/vtfcapital.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">VTF Capital<\/a>, which invests in other businesses interested in joining the Nevada scene.<\/p>\n<p>Living in Nevada is significantly more cost-effective than most other places in the country. Las Vegas sets itself apart from startup cities like Boston and San Francisco by offering a much lower cost of living in a major city. This is extremely attractive for younger professionals interested in city living &#8211; and lets them afford to experience more than a closet-sized apartment filled with Cup-O-Noodles.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks Las Vegas:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/las-vegas-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30090\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30090\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130407\/las-vegas-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130407\/las-vegas-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130407\/las-vegas-ranking-inc-247x300.png 247w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130407\/las-vegas-ranking-inc-640x776.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130407\/las-vegas-ranking-inc-400x485.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/las-vegas-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30081\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30081\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130414\/las-vegas-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130414\/las-vegas-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130414\/las-vegas-surge-rank-inc-244x300.png 244w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130414\/las-vegas-surge-rank-inc-640x787.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130414\/las-vegas-surge-rank-inc-400x492.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"denver\">Denver, CO<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29285\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130723\/webpage_240_denvernight_01_20150825.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130723\/webpage_240_denvernight_01_20150825.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130723\/webpage_240_denvernight_01_20150825-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130723\/webpage_240_denvernight_01_20150825-640x509.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130723\/webpage_240_denvernight_01_20150825-400x318.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Maybe there\u2019s something about the majestic mountains in Denver, a symbolic challenge perpetually imagined in its rising peaks. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kauffman.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2017_Kauffman_Index_Startup_Activity_Metro_Report_Final.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kauffman report<\/a> on entrepreneurship, Denver is ranked tenth for a US city with the most start-up activity.<\/p>\n<p>As Denver continues to explode with startups and small business ventures, many millennials are heading to the beautiful city. \u00a0Denver is also one of the most educated cities in the US. <a href=\"https:\/\/media.bizj.us\/view\/archive\/denver\/pdf\/DDPMagnetReport021512.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">53 percent<\/a> of the population holds a bachelor\u2019s degree, and Colorado is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bizjournals.com\/denver\/news\/2015\/06\/25\/colorado-millennials-outnumber-baby-boomers-for.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ranked first<\/a> as a relocation city for skilled workers ages 25 to 44.<\/p>\n<p>Investment in transportation is another major player in Denver\u2019s appeal. It has a new, multi-billion dollar rail system called <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rtd-fastracks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FastTracks<\/a>, which is continuing to expand. There is, of course, also the Denver International Airport, which is now the largest American airport by landmass &#8211; and it\u2019s only half completed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gusto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gusto<\/a>, the San Francisco-based payroll startup, opened its second office in Denver this month. Rachel Kim, a communications employee with the company, cites Denver\u2019s proximity and easy transport to the Bay Area as major reasons for Gusto branching out there. <a href=\"https:\/\/generalassemb.ly\/blog\/why-are-startups-starting-in-denver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">She also cites<\/a> the spirited small business community as a significant part of the city\u2019s appeal.<\/p>\n<p>Eric Remer, the founder of Denver-based startup <a href=\"https:\/\/paysimple.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PaySimple<\/a>, said:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>We have a really supportive startup environment, partially because we\u2019re a relatively smaller community. The companies out here, they\u2019re rooting for each other.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Between the striking beauty of the landscape, the easy access to major transportation, and the vibrant and educated community, Denver would make a great choice for anyone ready to set out on their startup journey.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks Denver:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/denver-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30079\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30079\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130416\/denver-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130416\/denver-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130416\/denver-ranking-inc-242x300.png 242w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130416\/denver-ranking-inc-640x794.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130416\/denver-ranking-inc-400x496.png 400w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130416\/denver-ranking-inc-265x328.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/denver-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30080\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30080\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130415\/denver-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130415\/denver-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130415\/denver-surge-rank-inc-242x300.png 242w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130415\/denver-surge-rank-inc-640x795.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130415\/denver-surge-rank-inc-400x497.png 400w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130415\/denver-surge-rank-inc-265x328.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"seattle\">Seattle, WA<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29286\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130722\/seattle-pledges-support-for-climate-fund-barred-by-trump-2400x1600_c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130722\/seattle-pledges-support-for-climate-fund-barred-by-trump-2400x1600_c.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130722\/seattle-pledges-support-for-climate-fund-barred-by-trump-2400x1600_c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130722\/seattle-pledges-support-for-climate-fund-barred-by-trump-2400x1600_c-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130722\/seattle-pledges-support-for-climate-fund-barred-by-trump-2400x1600_c-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Seattle is home to Microsoft, Amazon, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/starbucks-logo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starbucks<\/a>, and other well-known companies, but it has recently become a welcoming place for startups, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.<\/p>\n<p>Seattle has been among the fastest-growing cities in the United States since 2010, and its population <a href=\"http:\/\/worldpopulationreview.com\/us-cities\/seattle-population\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">is expected to increase by an additional 200,000<\/a> over the next 20 years. A young, vibrant population, a booming tech industry, and a run of interesting restaurants, unique shops, and coffeehouses are among the reasons for the increase in start-up traffic in Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Seattle historically is a place that attracts pioneers to come and do their own thing,&#8221; <a href=\"http:\/\/money.cnn.com\/gallery\/smallbusiness\/2014\/07\/09\/best-cities-to-launch-startup\/8.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">says Maud Daudon<\/a>, CEO of the Seattle Metro Chamber of Commerce. Those pioneers are attracted to the eclectic, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/successful-branding-for-entrepreneurs-statistics\/\">entrepreneurial<\/a> spirit that the city breathes.<\/p>\n<p>Seattle doesn&#8217;t offer major tax incentives for entrepreneurs. Still, it does have plenty of venture capital firms and economic development ventures to help foster the development of small businesses and start-up companies. The incubators and business programs at the University of Washington and community colleges are just as enticing as these, where aspiring entrepreneurs can get their start.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks Seattle:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/seattle-ranking-inc-2\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30088\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30088\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-ranking-inc-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"845\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-ranking-inc-1.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-ranking-inc-1-249x300.png 249w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-ranking-inc-1-640x773.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-ranking-inc-1-400x483.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-2\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30089\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30089\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-1.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-1-243x300.png 243w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-1-640x790.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-1-400x494.png 400w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130408\/seattle-surge-rank-inc-1-265x328.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"chicago\">Chicago, IL<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29287\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130721\/chicago-downtown-night-lights-545343.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130721\/chicago-downtown-night-lights-545343.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130721\/chicago-downtown-night-lights-545343-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130721\/chicago-downtown-night-lights-545343-640x431.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130721\/chicago-downtown-night-lights-545343-400x269.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As always, we\u2019re excited about listing Chicago as one of our top cities for startups and entrepreneurs. And this status is well deserved. Chicago stands alone, not just in the Midwest but in the United States, among the \u201cbiggest and baddest of startup cities\u201d when it comes to profitability, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/pitchbook.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PitchBook<\/a>. That&#8217;s only one reason venture capitalists love Chicago.<\/p>\n<p>Chicago\u2019s tech proficiency is becoming increasingly recognized in the start-up scene. <a href=\"https:\/\/info.kpmg.us\/content\/dam\/info\/tech-innovation\/disruptive-tech-2017-part1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">KPMG\u2019s survey<\/a> of over 800 tech leaders found Chicago in the top 10 tech innovation hubs worldwide. KPMG Chicago\u2019s Mike Gervasio further cited the capital market and \u201can innovative culture\u201d as partially responsible for Chicago\u2019s impressive climb up the global ladder. That culture helped garner upwards of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.builtinchicago.org\/2017\/01\/24\/2016-chicago-startup-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">$1.7 billion in funding<\/a> last year, and Chicago is host to many promising start-ups.<\/p>\n<p>Startups in Chicago make good bets for those who invest in them. In Chicago, 45 percent of investments produced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/betsy-mikel\/the-city-with-the-highest-percentage-of-insanely-profitable-startups-may-surpris.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10 times a return<\/a> on investment. Chicago\u2019s numbers are routinely superior, with 81 percent of its startups producing between three and 10 percent yield on an initial investment. Now wonder VCs love Chicago.<\/p>\n<p>And as we have previously <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/entrepreneurs-best-global-startup-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">noted<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>While startup resources in Chicago were scarce a decade ago, things have changed quite a bit. Chicago\u2019s 1871, created in 2012 to support Chicago\u2019s startup community, ranks 1st in the U.S. among North American Business Incubators and 4th in the world. 1871 is home to hundreds of early stage, high growth digital startups and offers tremendous resources and programming to entrepreneurs at all stages of their startup journey.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Sound good? We think so. Crowdspring couldn\u2019t imagine our home being anywhere else.<\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/illinois-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Illinois<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the Surge Cities Index from Inc. ranks Chicago:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/chicago-ranking-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30077\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30077\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-ranking-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-ranking-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-ranking-inc-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-ranking-inc-640x799.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-ranking-inc-400x499.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/chicago-surge-rank-inc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-30078\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30078\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-surge-rank-inc.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-surge-rank-inc.png 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-surge-rank-inc-249x300.png 249w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-surge-rank-inc-640x770.png 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/27130417\/chicago-surge-rank-inc-400x481.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"slc\">Salt Lake City, UT<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/salt-lake-city-utah\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32760\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32760\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125553\/salt-lake-city-utah.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125553\/salt-lake-city-utah.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125553\/salt-lake-city-utah-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125553\/salt-lake-city-utah-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125553\/salt-lake-city-utah-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Add another entrepreneurial notch to Utah\u2019s belt with Salt Lake City.<\/p>\n<p>Salt Lake City is home to Domo, Qualtrics, Divvy, and many other up-and-coming startups.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">With three major universities in the greater metro area and other smaller colleges, Salt Lake City is bursting with qualified graduates each year. This is a driving factor for why the city has one of the lowest median ages of entrepreneurs in the country. Combine this with a lower-than-average cost of living and business-friendly laws, and Salt Lake City is a hotbed of business startup activity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The city itself boasts a bustling downtown and artsy neighborhoods. You\u2019ll find cafes, bakeries, and restaurants in its 9<span class=\"s2\">th <\/span>and 9<span class=\"s2\">th <\/span>neighborhoods and eclectic local shops in the Sugar House area.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"stlouis\">Saint Louis, MO<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/sky-monument-arch-saint-louis-22566\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32761\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32761\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125552\/sky-monument-arch-saint-louis-22566.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125552\/sky-monument-arch-saint-louis-22566.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125552\/sky-monument-arch-saint-louis-22566-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125552\/sky-monument-arch-saint-louis-22566-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125552\/sky-monument-arch-saint-louis-22566-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">St. Louis\u2026gateway to the west, amazing ribs, and business start-ups!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">St. Louis has that tight-knit community feel but has been undergoing a resurgence with new jobs, tourism, and revitalization. The low cost of living combined with the nation\u2019s top business survivability rating of 85.32% makes it a prime choice for budding entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Personal finance site, The Penny Hoarder named St. Louis the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepennyhoarder.com\/save-money\/best-cities-for-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">top pick<\/a> for <span class=\"s2\">best city for Millenials<\/span>. It\u2019s no wonder that millennials start approximately 40% of St. Louis\u2019s new ventures.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">There are also many resources for startups in St. Louis, including the business accelerator <a href=\"https:\/\/acceleratestlouis.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Accelerate St. Louis, <\/span><\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/eqstl.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">EQ<\/span><\/a>, an entrepreneurial media outlet.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"detroit\">Detroit, MI<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/justin-mcafee-qsmxxeecxou-unsplash\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32839\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32839\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/justin-mcafee-qsmxxeecxou-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/justin-mcafee-qsmxxeecxou-unsplash.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/justin-mcafee-qsmxxeecxou-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/justin-mcafee-qsmxxeecxou-unsplash-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/justin-mcafee-qsmxxeecxou-unsplash-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Detroit is no longer just the motor city! In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/hot-spots-detroit\/josh-linkner\/detroit-is-start-up-city-usa.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Inc.<\/a> calls Detroit a \u201cStart-up City, USA.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This big city still has that small-town vibe that lets startups stand out. There\u2019s a slew of workspace resources available, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponyride.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ponyride<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bamboodetroit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bamboo Detroit<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/greengaragedetroit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Green Garage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>More so, there\u2019s just a ton of SPACE. Vacant lots, even skyscrapers, are available to purchase\u2026cheaply. This, plus a low cost of living and loads of top-notch talent, makes Detroit a startup\u2019s dream.<\/p>\n<p>Still not sure? Check out <a href=\"http:\/\/detroitstartupweek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Detroit Startup Week<\/a>, a free 5-day smorgasbord of conferences and panels to give your entrepreneurial heart the warm fuzzies while filling your brain with crucial startup know-how.<\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/michigan-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Michigan<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nashville\">Nashville, TN<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/brandon-jean-o1bxf1tx9t0-unsplash\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32840\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32840\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/brandon-jean-o1bxf1tx9t0-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/brandon-jean-o1bxf1tx9t0-unsplash.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/brandon-jean-o1bxf1tx9t0-unsplash-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/brandon-jean-o1bxf1tx9t0-unsplash-640x358.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125527\/brandon-jean-o1bxf1tx9t0-unsplash-400x224.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Nashville is known for its music industry, but its startup opportunities are just as promising!<\/p>\n<p>Nashville was listed as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bizjournals.com\/nashville\/news\/2018\/03\/14\/nashville-jumps-up-list-of-countrys-fastest.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">7th fastest growing city<\/a> in 2018. With an impressive unemployment rate of 2.7%, it\u2019s no wonder folks are flocking to Music City.<\/p>\n<p>Nashville\u2019s central location is enticing to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/direct-to-consumer-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">direct-to-consumer businesses<\/a>, as well. One-day shipping to 75% of the continental US is a huge plus.<\/p>\n<p>Creative work environments abound in Nashville, whether you need communal space, private offices with great amenities, or a location with daily rates. Plus, there are community resources like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ec.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC)<\/a> with opportunities for networking, co-working, and workshops.<\/p>\n<p>Working artists, writers, and performers are not without options, either. Workshops, grants, events, and even teaching opportunities are available from resources like <a href=\"https:\/\/abcnashville.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Arts + Business Council of Greater Nashville (ABC)<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/tnartscommission.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Tennessee Arts Commission<\/a>, and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.porchtn.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Porch Writers\u2019 Collective<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"atlanta\">Atlanta, GA<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/blog\/startups-entrepreneurs-best-startup-cities-us\/joey-kyber-pihl8kttx-s-unsplash\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32841\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32841\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125526\/joey-kyber-pihl8kttx-s-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125526\/joey-kyber-pihl8kttx-s-unsplash.jpg 700w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125526\/joey-kyber-pihl8kttx-s-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125526\/joey-kyber-pihl8kttx-s-unsplash-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/27125526\/joey-kyber-pihl8kttx-s-unsplash-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t visited Atlanta in a few years, you&#8217;ve missed a blossoming tech culture. Atlanta has become one of the country&#8217;s top technology towns.<\/p>\n<p>This is due, in part, to an exploding mix of job opportunities. Software development and computer support roles have grown by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/falonfatemi\/2017\/03\/23\/5-u-s-cities-poised-to-become-tomorrows-tech-meccas\/2\/#459ffae42c03\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">almost 47 percent<\/a> in the past decade (about 20 percent higher than the national average).<\/p>\n<p>Importantly, Georgia is one of the cheapest states to live in, coming in at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2018\/06\/28\/americas-cheapest-states-to-live-in-2018.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">number 9<\/a> in America. As a result, the cost of doing business in Atlanta is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/kurtbadenhausen\/2018\/10\/01\/the-top-10-rising-cities-for-startups\/#482841576b37\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">7 percent below<\/a> the national average.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn&#8217;t hurt that startups can access talented graduates from Emory University and Georgia Tech.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/atdc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Advanced Technology Development Center<\/a> at Georgia Tech is one of the city&#8217;s major tech incubators. More than 90 percent of the companies incubated there are still in business after 5 years.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/atlantatechvillage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Atlanta Technology Village<\/a> has helped more than 300 startups and has helped to create more than 6,500 jobs.<\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/georgia-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Georgia<\/a> can help you get started quickly.<\/p>\n<h3>Top rising cities<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Here are additional U.S. cities you should consider as some of the best for startups and entrepreneurs. These cities are rapidly becoming successful hubs of entrepreneurial activity.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Baltimore, MD (cost of doing business is 11% above the national average)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Charlotte, NC (cost of doing business is 12% below the national average)\u00a0\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/north-carolina-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in North Carolina<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Cincinnati, OH (cost of doing business is 7% below the national average)\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/ohio-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Ohio<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Columbus, OH (cost of doing business is 2% below the national average)\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/ohio-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Ohio<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Indianapolis, IN<\/li>\n<li>Houston, TX\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/texas-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Texas<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li>Dallas, TX\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/texas-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Texas<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Minneapolis, MN\u00a0(cost of doing business is 2% above the national average)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Philadelphia, PA (cost of doing business is 2% above the national average)\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/pennsylvania-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Pennsylvania<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Pittsburgh, PA\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/pennsylvania-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in Pennsylvania<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Portland, OR\u00a0(cost of doing business is equal to the national average)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">San Jose, CA\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/california-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in California<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">San Diego, CA\u00a0[This comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-to-form-an-llc\/california-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to form an LLC in California<\/a> can help you get started quickly.]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/how-it-works\/?utm_source=csblog&utm_medium=entrepreneurship&utm_campaign=cta\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35262\" src=\"https:\/\/images.crowdspring.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/06164948\/startup-blog-master-cta.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are some of the best cities (outside of Silicon Valley and the East Coast), for entrepreneurs to start a business and build their startup in 2024.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":29247,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3156],"tags":[3160,3159,678],"class_list":["post-24362","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-entrepreneurship","tag-growing-a-business","tag-starting-a-business","tag-startups"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - 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