Located roughly 45 minutes west of Detroit, Ann Arbor is one of the largest cities in Michigan and is the notable home of the University of Michigan. With more than 40,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the University of Michigan is a top tier university and provides a steady stream of talent for employers in the area. As one of the leading research universities in the country, the University of Michigan and its partnerships with local businesses have fostered a strong concentration of science- and technology-related companies in the area. Major companies located in Ann Arbor include General Dynamics, KLA-Tencor, and NSF International.Backed by strong demographics, one of the fastest population growth rates in the state, an active startup environment, and high-ranking quality of life metrics, Ann Arbor is a sought-after market for both employers and young professionals. Featuring larger footprints in more modern buildings, rents here reflect the strong demand for office space in the area but typically come at a discount compared to the urban core. Office space is most heavily concentrated in suburban business parks along Ann Arbor’s main arteries such as Interstate 94 and Highway 23.