Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance

Springfield, IL Ranks #1 of the 30 Best Cities to Live in America After the Pandemic Ends
Springfield's pre-coronavirus unemployment rate was 3.5%, equivalent to the national average before the pandemic, and 42.9% jobs can be potentially be done from home, the 16th-highest share among metro areas.

#1 Best City for Accountants
Springfield has 89% more accounting jobs than the average American city. Accountants in Springfield earn an average salary of $80,110 which exceeds the national average. Those wages go far in Springfield as the city boasts a cost of living that is 13% below the average U.S. city.

Springfield sets itself apart by not only being about one thing or having a single vibe. We have an incredibly vibrant art scene, our local music scene is amazing, we have history in spades and we are surrounded with natural beauty as well. If you are looking for something, we either have it or the community will help you build it.

#2 Best Mid-Sized City to Make a Living
Springfield has experienced growth in several other industries: finance and back-office services, health care, tourism, logistics and association management. In addition to a solid job market, Springfield offers affordable housing and a cost of living well below the national average.

Springfield is a big, small town that exudes an air of sophistication associated with a rich visual and performing arts community and diverse cultural experiences.

It is possible to be a global leader from a small community. In a lot of ways, being based in a small community is what enabled us to thrive. We could grow quietly and incrementally; we were able to set our own course and we could invest in our employees.