U.S. News & World Report, a leading source for rankings and consumer guidance, has unveiled its 2026–2027 U.S. News Best Companies to Work For ratings. This year's edition marks the first time the rankings include both publicly traded and privately held organizations in a single release, spanning 14 major industries.
The latest rankings assess nearly 3,900 public and private companies, giving job seekers and employees valuable insights into workplaces that align with their priorities. Organizations are evaluated across key factors such as compensation and benefits, work-life balance and flexibility, job security, workplace well-being, employee belonging and recognition, and opportunities for career growth and professional development.
According to Carly Chase, Vice President of Careers at U.S. News, the meaning of a "best workplace" continues to evolve as employee expectations change. She noted that the rankings serve as a trusted resource for employers looking to benchmark workplace practices and for job seekers—from recent graduates entering the AI-driven workforce to experienced professionals pursuing new opportunities—who want to identify organizations that effectively support their employees.
In addition to the overall rankings, the report highlights companies recognized for supporting family caregivers and those offering outstanding internship experiences. To further assist individuals navigating today's competitive employment landscape, U.S. News has introduced the Durable Skills Assessment, a tool designed to help users identify their core workplace strengths and transferable skills. The assessment will remain available through July 31, 2026.
Chase also emphasized that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, coupled with evolving workplace policies such as parental leave, have created significant uncertainty for many workers and new graduates. She said the latest ratings are intended to help those entering the workforce, changing careers, or balancing caregiving responsibilities identify employers that offer supportive and stable work environments.
The rankings are based on a methodology developed with input from an expert advisory panel. U.S. News evaluates publicly available employee sentiment alongside additional data sources and editorial analysis to determine how effectively companies support their workforce. The 2026–2027 edition recognizes the top 25% of evaluated organizations across sectors including finance and insurance, manufacturing, agriculture, consumer products, and several other industries.
For eligibility, privately held companies were required to employ at least 1,000 people and generate annual revenue exceeding $500 million, based on ZoomInfo data. Public companies were selected from the 5,000 largest by market capitalization. Every company included in the evaluation also needed a minimum of 75 Glassdoor employee reviews submitted between 2021 and 2025.
The rankings draw on multiple data sources, including employee feedback and regulatory enforcement records from QUODD, ZoomInfo, Revelio Labs, and Good Jobs First. These datasets were used to calculate the six core evaluation metrics that determine each company's overall rating, with additional details available in the official U.S. News methodology.
The latest rankings assess nearly 3,900 public and private companies, giving job seekers and employees valuable insights into workplaces that align with their priorities. Organizations are evaluated across key factors such as compensation and benefits, work-life balance and flexibility, job security, workplace well-being, employee belonging and recognition, and opportunities for career growth and professional development.
According to Carly Chase, Vice President of Careers at U.S. News, the meaning of a "best workplace" continues to evolve as employee expectations change. She noted that the rankings serve as a trusted resource for employers looking to benchmark workplace practices and for job seekers—from recent graduates entering the AI-driven workforce to experienced professionals pursuing new opportunities—who want to identify organizations that effectively support their employees.
In addition to the overall rankings, the report highlights companies recognized for supporting family caregivers and those offering outstanding internship experiences. To further assist individuals navigating today's competitive employment landscape, U.S. News has introduced the Durable Skills Assessment, a tool designed to help users identify their core workplace strengths and transferable skills. The assessment will remain available through July 31, 2026.
Chase also emphasized that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, coupled with evolving workplace policies such as parental leave, have created significant uncertainty for many workers and new graduates. She said the latest ratings are intended to help those entering the workforce, changing careers, or balancing caregiving responsibilities identify employers that offer supportive and stable work environments.
The rankings are based on a methodology developed with input from an expert advisory panel. U.S. News evaluates publicly available employee sentiment alongside additional data sources and editorial analysis to determine how effectively companies support their workforce. The 2026–2027 edition recognizes the top 25% of evaluated organizations across sectors including finance and insurance, manufacturing, agriculture, consumer products, and several other industries.
For eligibility, privately held companies were required to employ at least 1,000 people and generate annual revenue exceeding $500 million, based on ZoomInfo data. Public companies were selected from the 5,000 largest by market capitalization. Every company included in the evaluation also needed a minimum of 75 Glassdoor employee reviews submitted between 2021 and 2025.
The rankings draw on multiple data sources, including employee feedback and regulatory enforcement records from QUODD, ZoomInfo, Revelio Labs, and Good Jobs First. These datasets were used to calculate the six core evaluation metrics that determine each company's overall rating, with additional details available in the official U.S. News methodology.
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