Career Research Guide

This guide lists library resources commonly used by GSB students and alumni when job hunting and exploring career opportunities.

Area Overviews

The following resources can be used to determine if a potential location would be a good fit for you.

Tapestry Segmentation
Online map that allows you to search by zip-codes and see associated Tapestry Segmentation, such as Soccer Moms or Laptops and Lattes. This is a quick way to get a sense of the overall population makeup on a specific neighborhood.
DataUSA
Gathers various data sources to provide you a quick and visual overview of geographic locations within the US.
Teleport
Global focus, where you can compare cities on quality of life, cost of living, salaries and more.
How to Learn All About a New City Without Leaving Your House
Lifehacker article by Alan Henry. It was published in 2013 but is still very relevant.

Cost of living varies widely across the US and around the world. These resources help you compare how far your salary will go.

Nerd Wallet Cost of Living Calculator
Allows you to compare the cost of living in two US metro areas - with a few more variables than CNN's calculator.
CNN Cost of Living Calculator
Allows you to compare the cost of living in two US metro areas.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | Consumer Price Index
The average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for consumer goods and services.
SalaryExpert - Cost of Living
Allows you to compare the cost of living in major cities around the world.
Teleport
Global focus, where you can compare cities on quality of life, cost of living, salaries and more.

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