Raleigh-Durham secures #8 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. Average office rent at $22 per square foot is 55% cheaper than #7 Denver, while median home prices stay below $420,000—40% lower than #6 Boston. 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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