In a NerdWallet analysis, Redmond is the No. 1-ranked city in Washington that appeals most to millennial job seekers.

“Millennials in their own right have become a driving force that often determines the social, professional and geographical attractiveness of a city,” wrote the consumer finance site.

NerdWallet’s analysis revealed:

• Fortune 500 companies power growth. Among the eight Fortune 500 companies headquartered in Washington, including Amazon, Costco and Microsoft, seven are in cities on its top-10 list. These multibillion-dollar companies boost overall employment numbers and economic activity, creating opportunities for younger workers.

• Technology and science rule. From software companies to nuclear research labs, Washington’s top cities for millennials are especially appealing for job seekers with STEM — science, technology, engineering and math — backgrounds.