Atlanta Named 'Smartest City' in the United States 2025
Monday, May 12th, 2025
Atlanta ranks as the smartest city in the United States in 2025, with an outstanding overall score thanks to its superior tech infrastructure (88 out of 100) and robust tech job market (82 out of 100).
Home to an impressive density of tech companies, Atlanta stands out in our latest analysis for its robust digital infrastructure. The city boasts the fourth-highest internet download and upload speeds among major U.S. cities, ranking third in IoT companies and fifth in AI companies per capita, reflecting its status as a hub of technological innovation.
Atlanta is also a prime destination for tech professionals, with 643 tech jobs advertised per 10,000 people - the seventh-highest rate in America. These factors illustrate Atlanta's dynamic approach to fostering technological advancement, positioning it at the forefront of a smart city future.
Atlanta, Georgia, tops the charts for smart city infrastructure
Atlanta emerges as the leader in smart city infrastructure and connectivity, achieving a remarkable score in this category. The city's superior mobile 5G performance* and technological density have propelled it past traditional tech powerhouses. Boston follows closely, with the Massachusetts city hosting the third-highest rate of AI companies in the U.S. (384 per 100,000 people).
Read the full study here: https://proptechos.com/smart-