Atlanta ranked #1 as the most educated city in the US

Attention Swiss investors and companies looking to expand in the US: Atlanta and Georgia offer an exceptional environment for business growth! With Atlanta ranking as the most educated city in the nation, the region boasts a highly skilled workforce, cutting-edge research institutions, and a thriving business ecosystem.

Key reasons to consider Atlanta and Georgia for your expansion:

  • Access to top talent from world-class universities
  • Robust infrastructure and logistics networks
  • Diverse and dynamic economy
  • Welcoming business climate and support from local government

Learn more about why Atlanta is an ideal destination for Swiss businesses:

Forbes: The Most Educated Cities in the U.S. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/education/student-resources/most-educated-cities/

Atlanta

  • Bachelor’s completion rate for ages 25+: 59.28%
  • Ages 25+ with graduate degrees: 26.68%
  • Racial gap in bachelor’s degree attainment: -22.32%

Home to major colleges like Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology and Georgia State University, it’s no surprise that Atlanta is a highly educated city. In Georgia’s capital, nearly 60% (59.28%) of residents hold bachelor’s degrees, while 26.68% have graduate degrees. Atlanta does report a wide racial gap in bachelor’s degree attainment: -22.32%.