8. Lehi, Utah (Suburb of Provo-Orem / Utah County)
Growth in Employed Persons: 4.2 percent
Average Commute Time: 25 minutes
Evolving from a heritage of agricultural and animal industries, Lehi, Utah is known for its world-famous Lehi Roundup Rodeo and strong workforce, supported by graduates at Utah Valley University (UVU) and Brigham Young University (BYU). Thanksgiving Point, the famous museum complex with professional golf course, continues to attract regional business tenants to its new office park.
9. Cooper City, Fla. (Suburb of Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach / Broward County)
Growth in Employed Persons: 3.1 percent
Average Commute Time: 25 minutes
Cooper City, Fla. bears a strong and vibrant sense of community. This suburb is the fourth highest median household income in Broward County. It is also home to Brian Piccolo Park, which boasts tennis courts, multi-purpose fields, a skate park and one of the few cycling tracks in South Florida, as well as one of the best cricket grounds in the United States.
10.Maple Valley, Wash. (Suburb of Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue / King County)
Growth in Employed Persons: 3.5 percent
Average Commute Time: 33 minutes
Maple Valley, featuring three lakes, two golf courses, and several miles of trails, harnesses the nostalgia of country living and the convenience of a city. Having more than doubled its population since the 1990s, this suburb has become one of the fastest growing areas in the state, with a job market focused on retail, construction and education.
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