Pasadena, Texas is a mid-sized city located just southeast of Houston, with a population of about 149,000 as of the 2010 census. Key sectors fueling the economy in Pasadena include oil and gas, shipping and logistics, healthcare and aerospace.

Pasadena is serviced by the Social Security Administration’s Region 6 district office in Dallas. The Dallas regional office distributes Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to individuals.

Pembroke Pines is a city located in Broward County with a population of 154,750 residents, making it the second largest city in the county. Pembroke Pines is known for its safe neighborhoods, high achieving school system, and community involvement. Most of the population consists of white collar workers and professionals. Popular sites include the Hollywood Sportatorium and the Miami-Hollywood Motorsports Park. Pembroke Pines is also home to Florida International University and has been called one of the fastest growing cities in the US.

Salinas serves as the county seat for Monterey County. With the humorous moniker the “Salad Bowl of the World”, Salinas is a leader of lettuce production, which is primarily grown in the Salinas Valley. Salinas is also popular for its thriving arts and cultural community, with sites like the Valley Art Gallery, the Hartnell College Gallery, and the National Steinbeck Center, whose famous literary work, Of Mice and Men was set in Salinas. Salinas experiences a cool and moderate climate, with temperatures averaging 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the summertime.

The city of Columbus, Georgia is the county seat of Muscogee County. It is also the principal city of the Columbus, Georgia Metropolitan area. Rich in history, the city of Columbus is currently undergoing a historic renovation. The South Commons area is being revitalized and the city is well known for its cultural offerings such as performing arts and museums.

Salt Lake City is the most populous city in the State of Utah. It is also the capitol of the state. Founded by Brigham Young in 1847, the city is known for its heavy Mormon population and the Mormon Temple serves as the center of the city, from which each of the city streets branch out from. While the city still serves as headquarters to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, less than half of the population of the city today is still Mormon.

Springfield, Missouri acts as the county seat for Greene County. Famously known as the Queen City of the Ozarks, Springfield has beautiful rolling hills, cliffs, and rivers. In addition, Springfield has a myriad of golf courses and parks, encouraging residents and visitors to engage in physical activity. Nearly three million tourists visit Springfield every year, which helps the city’s massive hotel and resort industry thrive. The city’s climate is similar to that of Chicago, with strong winds and a low average of 30 degrees Fahrenheit during winter.

Corona is a city located in Riverside County in California, with approximately 152,374 residents, according to the 2010 census. Corona is known for its plentitude of medical jobs and is home to the Corona Regional Medical Center and Watson Pharmaceuticals. The city is also popular for its shopping areas, including the Crossings, the Promenade Shops, and Corona Hills Plaza and Marketplace. Other major businesses located in Corona are the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, famous for manufacturing guitars and Hansen Natural Corporation, a soda company.

Pomona, California is home to California’s Fairplax, which is where the L.A. County Fair is located. The city is also home to the NHRA Auto Club Raceway. Fans of the Pomona Swap meet and Classic Car Show also venture to the city to see what it has to offer. Pomona is also home to the American Museum of Ceramic Art, Bunny Gunner, Pomona Arts Colony and other artistic and cultural venues.

Rockford is a city located on the banks of the Rock River in the northern part of Illinois. Holding the county seat of Winnebago, the city is home to more than 150,000 Illinois residents. Currently, aside from the Chicago Metropolitan Area, Rockford is the second largest city in the state. The city offers a central location with easy access to rail service and major highways. Rockford is also home to one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation. As a result, many new businesses have been attracted to the area.

Sioux Falls is a city located in the State of South Dakota. It is, in fact, the largest city in the state. The city is so large that it spans two counties including Minnehaha County and Lincoln County, serving as the county seat as Minnehaha County. The population of the Sioux Falls metropolitan area accounts for approximately one-fourth of the entire state’s population.