Regional Industries
Tech Report

In 2021, The Right Place engaged over 300 area leaders to develop a tech strategy that positions Greater Grand Rapids as a leading tech hub in the Midwest over the next decade. This year's report takes a deeper look into some big wins in tech careers, how venture capital is investing in our region, the state of our tech ecosystem, and much more.
Read our 2025 Tech Report
Take a look at the state of the technology sector across the Greater Grand Rapids Region.
2025 Tech Report Highlights
- 1,312 tech jobs added in the last year
- Named the Number One City on the Rise in 2025 by LinkedIn
- 12 venture capital deals, with $63.5 million in capital raised
- Median tech salary of $90K
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