The remote work revolution has untethered millions of workers from expensive metros. If your paycheck doesn't depend on your zip code, these cities let you keep more of it.
What Remote Workers Need
Fast, reliable internet, affordable housing, co-working spaces, good coffee shops, and a quality of life that makes staying put attractive.
Top Cities for Remote Workers
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Remote actually pays people $10,000 to move there. With a cost of living 13% below average and fiber internet widely available, it's hard to beat.
Boise, ID
Boise offers stunning outdoor recreation, a growing food scene, and costs well below Pacific Northwest neighbors Portland and Seattle.
Chattanooga, TN
Home to the fastest internet in the US (10 Gbps fiber), no state income tax, and a vibrant downtown with a low cost of living.
Asheville, NC
A mountain paradise with craft breweries, arts, and culture. Costs are moderate and the lifestyle is hard to match.
Fayetteville, AR
Home of the University of Arkansas and Walmart HQ, Fayetteville offers big-city amenities at small-town prices with beautiful Ozark scenery.
Financial Impact
A remote worker earning $100,000 in San Francisco keeps roughly $55,000 after taxes and basic living costs. The same salary in Tulsa leaves roughly $72,000 — a $17,000 annual difference.