The DFW-Arlington metropolitan area has been recognized as the top tech hub in Site Selection Magazine’s second annual North American Tech Hubs Index, surpassing Washington, D.C., which now ranks second. The rankings highlight the emergence of various cities as influential players in the tech landscape, with Atlanta, Chicago, and the Bay Area following closely as the remaining top five contenders.
Arlington is making a name for itself as a hub for innovation, being the base for cutting-edge tech companies such as Sportec Solutions, which specializes in developing advanced solutions for soccer match data and officiating technology. Other notable firms include Wallbox, a manufacturer of electric vehicle charging systems, Salcomp, a Finland-based electronics manufacturer, and E-Space, a satellite manufacturer known for pushing the boundaries of technology.
Editor in Chief Adam Bruns elaborates on the criteria for the Tech Hub ranking, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive tech infrastructure data—such as internet exchanges, dark fiber, and undersea cable connectivity—combined with metrics on tech talent and corporate facility project statistics in tech-related sectors like software development, data centers, and telecommunications.
Additionally, Texas has been recognized for having the most favorable business climate in America, as voted by national site consultants in the magazine’s January issue. This recognition is based on a thorough survey that drew insights from databases such as Conway Projects Database, TeleGeography, CBRE, and CompTIA.
This positive affirmation of DFW-Arlington’s growth as a leading tech hub signals a bright future for the region, underscoring the vibrancy and potential of its tech ecosystem.