The latest Best Places to Work list from U.S. News & World Report features 48 companies from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Dallas leads with 24 of the recognized employers, significantly impacting the local job market.
The 2026-2027 rankings evaluated around 3,900 companies across 14 industries based on factors such as pay and benefits, work-life balance, job stability, and career development. Notable companies from Dallas include Texas Instruments, Southwest Airlines, and the American Heart Association.
Irving follows with 13 companies, including Kimberly-Clark and Caterpillar. Plano contributes five companies, while Fort Worth has two. Additionally, four companies from other nearby areas were recognized, including Lennox in Richardson and All My Sons Moving & Storage in Carrollton. For residents in McKinney, located about 31 miles north of Dallas, this recognition highlights the robust employment opportunities available in the region.
