
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore ranks as one of the best cities for computer science jobs in the healthcare and bioscience sectors. The city is also known for its “clean tech” investments— technology and business sectors that deal in clean energy, environmental and sustainable, or green products and services.
Due to its unique proximity to federal cyber assets, cybersecurity talent is in high demand. IT companies are finding success in cybersecurity, digital health records and video gaming in this area, according to CompTIA’s Index. Most employers advertise jobs for software developers and engineers.
By 2026 it’s estimated that the area will have upwards of 84,000 total tech jobs – a growth of 8.7%.
IT pros in this area can expect to earn a median salary of $105,548, although the cost of living here is 31% higher than the national average, according to CompTIA.
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