Which cities are likely to be the hottest post-economic downturn destinations for young, brilliant, and highly mobile workers?

The Wall Street Journal surveyed six trend-spotting experts and they chose cities based on economic diversity, lifestyle and their own personal prejudices.

Here’s the top-10 list:

1. Washington, D.C. (tie)
2. Seattle
3. New York
4. Portland, Ore.
5. Austin, Texas
6. San Jose, Calif.
7. Denver
8. Durham, N.C.
9. Dallas
10. Chicago
11. Boston

Source: The Wall Street Journal, Sue Shellenbarger