Forbes has ranked Houston as the "coolest city in America" citing its strong economy, housing, culture, and youthful population. The magazine surveyed the largest US cities and found Houston enjoyed 2.6% job growth last year and its median age is 33. Forbes praised Houston for its theater, museums, and diverse urban landscape. Mortgage rates have also hit new record lows, with 30-year fixed rates falling below 3.5% for the first time in 60 years.