"WalletHub's annual "Hardest-Working Cities in America (2026)" report ranked Austin the 10th most hardworking city nationwide. The personal finance website evaluated 116 U.S. cities based on 11 key indicators across "direct" and "indirect" work factors, such as an individual's average workweek hours, average commute times, employment rates, and more."
"Austin has the No. 1 most involved "direct work factors" ranking in the nation, which analyzed residents' average workweek hours, employment rates, the share of households where no adults work, the share of workers leaving vacation time unused, the share of "engaged" workers, and the rate of "idle youth.""
"Austin has also become a popular place to live for millennials, who make up about 40 percent of the city's total population and a significant chunk of the workforce. Remote work flexibility is extremely prevalent in Austin, and the city's affordability is also showing signs of improvement."
WalletHub's 2026 study evaluated 116 U.S. cities across 11 work-related indicators, ranking Austin 10th nationally for work ethic. The city achieved the nation's top ranking in direct work factors, measuring average workweek hours, employment rates, unused vacation time, worker engagement, and youth employment. Austin's workforce includes millennials comprising 40 percent of the population, benefiting from remote work flexibility and improving affordability. However, Austin's indirect work factors ranking fell to 97th out of 116 cities, reflecting longer commute times, limited leisure time, and lower community participation. Cheyenne, Wyoming topped the overall rankings, followed by Anchorage and Washington, D.C.
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