As the seat of Johnson County and 5th largest city in the state, Olathe, Kansas reported a population in the U.S. Census of 2010 of 125,872. It’s a diverse city and a suburb of Kansas City, MO. Local and state government make up a large portion of employment opportunities in the area. Olathe additionally has several industrial parks housing big businesses in the food distribution, manufacturing and insurance sectors. Olathe is also the location of a major commercial airport which plays a prominent role in the city’s economy.

Coral Springs, Florida, which is located in Broward County just 20 miles northwest of Ft. Lauderdale, is a medium sized city, reporting a population of 121,096 in 2010. Finance, distribution and high tech manufacturing businesses encompass a significant sector of the city’s economic base, though more than half of the city’s population works in management, administrative, sales and office positions.

In the 2010 U.S. census, Hartford, Connecticut had a population of 124,775, though the Hartford-Springfield Metropolitan area reported nearly 1.9 million. The city is the seat of Hartford County and Hartford-Springfield metro area is home to more than 30 colleges and universities making the education sector the largest influence in the region’s economy. Hartford is also a major center in the insurance industry.

The City of Bellevue, located in King County, Washington, just outside Seattle, is a mid-sized city, reporting a population in 2010 of 122,363. Technology firms and computer and software development companies play a huge part in the Bellevue economy, though the finance, manufacturing and distribution industries are also significant in the commercial foundation in the region.

As the seat of government for Linn County and the 2nd largest city in the state, Cedar Rapids, Iowa reported a population in the U.S. Census of 2010 of 126,326. It’s a mid-sized city, with grain processing accounting for the largest employment sector in the region, including food manufacturing and packaging plants. The retail distribution and financial services industries also play a big role in the local economy.

Miramar, Florida, which is located in Broward County just 20 miles north of Miami, is a medium sized city, reporting a population of 122,041 in 2010. Healthcare and insurance businesses make up a significant sector of the city’s economic base, though tourism, particularly the cruise line industry, also plays a dominant role. In 2010, the largest employer of record was the City of Miramar itself, but the manufacturing and telecommunications industries were also influential in the city’s economy.

Gainesville, Florida, as the seat of Alachua County, is a medium-sized city, reporting a population of 125,354 in the 2010 U.S. Census. Education, healthcare and insurance are the primary industries which form the foundation of the city’s economy, though the City of Gainesville also ranks among the top employers in the region, making city and county government a crucial sector of the local job market as well.

Visalia, California, located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, is the Tulare County seat and the center of commerce for the region. In 2010, Visalia reported a population of 124,442. Agriculture and related industries are by far the largest driving forces in the city’s economy, through manufacturing and distribution also play a role.

Waco, Texas, the seat of McLennan County, had a population of 124,805 in 2010. It is a growing city, increasing in population almost 10 percent between 2000 and 2010. The City of Waco ranks among the top five employers in Waco, but the healthcare, education and retail trade industries also factor heavily in the local economy.

Mesquite is located in the State of Texas. Characterized by a population count of 139,000, this Texas city is crossed by three major interstate highways. The airport at Mesquite is a particular favorite because of its favorable fuel prices and proximity to Dallas airport. The city also offers its own unique Para-transit facilities for the elderly and disabled residents. With its fair share of museums, amusement parks and historical sites, Mesquite is considered one of the most attractive cities in the Dallas area.