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Raleigh-Durham
Raleigh-Durham earns its place through its Research Triangle, where Duke, UNC, and NC State produce 12,000 STEM graduates yearly, fueling a booming SaaS sector that grew 35% in 2025. This affordability has attracted 150 new tech companies since 2023, with venture capital inflows hitting $2.1 billion, making it a cost-effective alternative for scaling startups.
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