Survey: Nearly one third of newly remote workers likely to relocate, half would move to a new city if financially incentivized. Workers likely to relocate represent 15-20 Million moves.

The survey was conducted online between June 3-15 from a national sample of 1,006 U.S. adults self described as full-time employees working remotely as a result of the pandemic. It was administered by third party research provider Qualtrics. Respondents were surveyed using an online research panel method across a combination of computer, mobile and tablet devices.

According to the survey, 58% of remote workers say that they are likely (23% “very likely” and 35% “somewhat likely”) to look for a new position that offers remote work flexibility if their own employers don’t extend this privilege once the pandemic is over. This was most pronounced among younger workers as 81% of 18-24 year olds (Generation Z) and 67% of 25-34 year olds (Millennials) say they are more likely to go job hunting if their remote privileges ended. With respect to gender, men (65%) are more likely than women (53%) to leave their job and look for a new one if their current employer doesn’t offer remote work flexibility after the pandemic is over.

Many remote workers also want a new change of scenery. Almost one third (29%) say that they are either “likely” or “somewhat likely” to move to a new city or town in the next 18 months while continuing to work remotely. And, while 43% cite moving expenses as a barrier to relocating, 50% of those surveyed said they would consider permanently relocating if offered $10,000 and the community has the amenities they are seeking.

“The survey results have made it very clear: remote work is here to stay,” said Evan Hock, co-founder, MakeMyMove. “For cities and towns that keenly understand the economic and other benefits these workers bring to their communities, financial incentive packages absolutely need to be a critical part of their overall remote worker attraction strategy. Ten thousand dollars, alone, could offset the cost of a move halfway across the country.”

Affordable living driving factor for relocation

As for what’s driving people’s desire to move to a new city, the top factors were the search for a lower cost of living (37%), more affordable housing (31%), a desire to  live in a different climate (30%), a chance to meet new people and make new friends (28%) and the opportunity to live somewhere that offers the chance to live on a larger piece of property (27%).

Despite the plethora of amenities many communities offer, not everyone, however, is so quick to pack their bags. This is particularly distinct along gender lines.

Among women, over half (51%) say that they are not at all likely to move to a new city or town while continuing to work remotely, compared to 31% of men. Even with financial incentives, only 47% of women would consider a move for $10,000 compared to 55% of men.

51% of COVID remote workers say they will continue to have remote privileges after the pandemic is over.

Men (57%) say that they are much more likely than women to have continued remote work privileges even after the pandemic is over.

Almost half (49%) say that the privilege of working remotely during the course of the pandemic has had a positive effect on their emotions.

44% would like the flexibility to split time between their home and office while only 17% would prefer to go back to the office full time post pandemic.

MakeMyMove is the nation's first and only marketplace that matches remote workers and their families to communities across the country offering relocation incentives. MakeMyMove was founded by Bill Oesterle, co-founder of Angie’s List.

Is remote work here to stay? MakeMyMove surveyed 1,006 U.S. adults self described as full-time employees working remotely as a result of the pandemic.

Remote Worker Survey Results [June 2021]

If you’re like other remote workers seeking a place that has a great sense of community, Indiana is a great option! The state also offers a low cost of living, affordable housing, access to prestigious universities and more.

 says, “With a cost of living index of 82.1, Indiana easily makes the Top 10 list of most affordable states in America.” As an added benefit, you’ll also get to experience all four seasons in Indiana.

Interested in moving to this state? Below, we’ll cover how to choose your future home, make your move, and connect to your new community.

Looking for the best places to live in Indiana for remote workers? Here are some places you can start.

Bloomington Indiana is home to Indiana University, a top-rated university in the U.S. (

). It’s also the seventh largest city in the state, so it has plenty of fun activities while still keeping its small town charm. The job market is thriving, there’s a huge arts and entertainment scene, and you’re just a short drive away from Brown County State Park where you can explore all that nature has to offer. 

Read this article for 5 more reasons to move to this thriving community.

West Lafayette is home to Purdue University, which is 

ranked the 5th best college in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal.

 It’s a great place to start a business or raise a family, with lots of opportunities to go to sporting events or experience arts and culture. If you’d like to learn more about the benefits of moving to West Lafayette, here’s the city’s report card from 

Looking for one of the most affordable places to live in the state of Indiana? Jasper’s 

cost of living is 83.6% and the poverty rate is less than half of the state’s average

. Jasper has a small town charm that can’t be beat with its local attractions such as the 

 The community is known for the Jasper Strassenfest, a 3-day street festival that celebrates the community’s German history and draws visitors from across the Midwest. If you’d like to learn more about what it’s like to live in Jasper, read through it’s rankings from 

French Lick is a small town in southern Indiana known for its mineral springs. Because of its springs, French Lick

 has a history of being a hot spot for spas and resorts.

 It’s also home to famous basketball player Larry Bird. French Lick is an affordable place to live, with an ultra low unemployment rate of 2.8%. If you’d like to learn more about living in French Lick, 

: Looking for a big city with a small town feel? Indianapolis is for you! Located in the heart of Indiana, Indianapolis has a growing food scene, sporting events such as the

. With a cost of living 7.6% lower than the national average, it’s an affordable place to live and work! 

as a great place to jumpstart your career. Get more of an overview of moving to Indianapolis

: Greensburg is a small town located in southeast Indiana. If you’re looking for small-town charm, you’ll love the tree growing from the top of the 

, giving Greensburg it’s “tree city” nickname. Greensburg also has an A- housing score, B+ Public School rating, and a B good for families score on 

. It’s also ranked #94 best place to buy a house in Indiana! 

Learn more about what it’s like to live in Greensburg on Niche.com.

If you're a remote worker, you can find more 

cities in Indiana that will pay you to move

 there. Or, here are some other great places to live: 

If you have a family to consider while making your move, be sure to check out our blog, 

“Remote Work Relocation Considerations for Families.”

Ready to make your move? Moving to a different state can be a little trickier than just moving to a new city. In addition to 

, here’s a short checklist of things you’ll want to think about when moving out of state:

Change your Driver's Licenses and Insurance:

 Requirements for transferring a driver’s license vary from state to state, so you’ll want to check in with your specific state’s DMV. 

Forwarding your mail is essential whether you’re moving out of state or not, but if mail doesn’t get forwarded while you’re out of state, it’s harder to get it back. 

Forwarding your mailing address is pretty simple on the USPS website.

 If you’ve permanently moved to a new state, you will need to update your voter registration before certain deadlines so you can vote in upcoming elections. 

Here’s an article explaining how to update your registration.

If you currently have a remote position, you might also want to check out our 

Indiana can be a great place to live for remote workers! There are several incentives to work remotely in Indiana: receive 

 also lists some great coworking spaces in these areas, which offer opportunities for you to build your community!

Income tax varies greatly between states. 

 says, “Indiana has a flat tax rate, meaning you’re taxed at the same 3.23% rate regardless of your income level or filing status. All 92 counties in the Hoosier State also charge local taxes.”

If you’d like to have a job that lets you enjoy all Indiana has to offer, you might consider a remote position. At Make My Move, we have a blog that lists over 100 companies offering remote work. 

Learn the benefits of choosing Indiana for remote work flexibility. Enjoy a low cost of living, affordable housing, and access to prestigious universities.

How to Move to Indiana for Remote Work

An interview with Barbara Stapleton, VP of Business Retention and Talent Initiatives at the Greater Topeka Partnership about the remote relocation program she built, just in time for Covid.

In 2016, long before Covid would reshape the day to day routines of much of the American workforce, staff at the 

 (Topeka’s umbrella agency for the city’s economic development initiatives including Downtown Topeka Inc, The Greater Topeka Chamber, and Visit Topeka) were embarking upon a 5-year strategic planning initiative.

As VP of Business Retention and Talent Initiatives, Barbara Stapleton was a key engineer and stakeholder of the effort - and a relative newcomer to the organization, herself. Preparations for the planning initiative led her team to the discovery that 40% of Topeka’s workforce with an annual income greater than $40k lived outside of Shawnee County, meaning their tax dollars were not supporting the infrastructure they relied on for their daily commutes.

“We didn’t set out to start a remote worker incentive program originally,” Stapleton recalls. Instead, the Greater Topeka Partnership (GTP), intended to recruit and relocate critical and hard to fill positions for local businesses, rewarding the new hires with relocation incentives for properties inside Shawnee County. Stapleton and her team began researching matching grant programs from which to build a model.

At the time, Stapleton didn’t find examples of the matching programs she was looking for, but she did discover two remote worker incentive programs, one in Vermont that was state-funded and one in Tulsa (Tulsa Remote) that was funded through the George Kaiser Family Foundation. Taking a cue from their program design and documented results, she incorporated remote workers into GTP’s talent attraction program planning.

Stapleton did her homework in order to justify a $300k ask for an initial recruitment campaign. “Out of town moves require a certain amount of liquidity,” she learned. “Moving expenses for a 1-2 bedroom apartment could be as much as $7,000, and it’s more like $15,000 for a 4-bedroom home depending on the distance.” She also worked with the Partnership’s staff economist to anticipate the value that new recruits would add to their local economy. “After looking at all the data, we arrived at a conservative estimate,” says Stapleton, who, even conservatively, anticipated a 6x ROI in the first year. (Her estimate is conservative in part because it only accounts for trailing partners who are self-reported and does not consider additional friends and family who have followed, though she knows that to be an additional benefit.)

“That data gave us what we needed to justify the upfront investment,” she says.

 campaign launched in December 2019 with the goal of recruiting 25 remote workers and 25 “employee match” hires. “This is a measured, longer term strategy that we’re deploying. We’re not trying to recruit thousands of people overnight,” Stapleton says, adding “I don’t know of any communities that have the housing stock to support that anyway.”

What’s awarded to “On Site” recipients:

Up to $10K in funds for renting in the first year

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches will add a $1,000 bonus for candidates who relocate into one of their three Topeka sandwich delivery zones



What’s awarded to “Remote” recipients:

Up to $5K in funds for renting in the first year

“Our employee match program is tied very heavily to employment,” Stapleton says. “Employers must submit an application in order to receive matching dollars and they must employ the recipient for one full year.” The program was designed with varying match levels in order to accommodate small business hires as well as large corporations. There is no extensive vetting of employee match applicants, she says. “We figured that would govern itself through the employer’s hiring process. With limited funds, employers will offer incentives only to their most in-demand candidates.”

As for remote workers, “Basically, we need to know that they can live on their own comfortably,” requiring proof of residency, salary and benefits. The volunteer committee tasked with reviewing applications is a mix of board members from the various GTP organizations and GTP staff. “After we receive and review the initial application, we ask for supporting documents, then we schedule interviews and confirm remote flexibility with their employer directly,” she explains. Remembering a close call, Stapleton shares that, “We hated to have to tell one candidate that she was going to be expected back in the office last year and therefore ineligible for the incentive. But we saved the candidate and ourselves a lot of time, money and trouble with that extra step.”

So how’s it going? Stapleton reports that they received a second round of funding after tracking an 11.4x ROI in the first year and an average income among recruits nearing $85k.

“So far it’s been an overwhelming success,” says Stapleton. “We’re bringing new people to the talent pool who are excited to be here and contribute to the community. They’re bringing their families, they’re restoring property, they’re 100% incremental.”

Fully confident in what Topeka has to offer to remote workers, Stapleton welcomes additional incentive programs to the market. She’s not at all worried there might be a shortage of quality candidates. “Not everyone is going to be the right fit for Topeka. We’re looking for people who really want to be here and be part of our special community” she says. “This (MakeMyMove.com) helps people find the place that’s right for them.”

An interview with Barbara Stapleton, VP of Business Retention & Talent Initiatives at the Greater Topeka Partnership about the remote worker relocation program.

The Engineer Behind Tokepa's Remote Incentive Program

If you’re like other remote workers seeking a place that has affordable housing, a sense of community, outdoor activities, and more, Wisconsin has what you’re looking for. Some of the benefits of choosing Wisconsin as your home include:

Interested in exploring a move to Wisconsin? Below, we’ll cover how to choose your future home, make your move, and connect to your new community.

named one of the best places to live in the U.S.

 because of its affordability, higher education, and entertainment scene. 

 says, “The cost of living in Milwaukee is 

 and 7% lower than the Wisconsin average.” In addition, it’s home to Marquette University 

(ranked one of the top 100 universities in the country

) and a wide range of cultural festivals like 

: Appleton is a great place to move if you love the activities of a big city without the stress of living in one. 

 listed Appleton as one of the top 100 places to live because of its low cost of living and growing entertainment/recreation: “There are 28 public parks in Appleton, plus the Fox River, Fox Trot Trail, Bubolz Nature Preserve, a long list of summer concert series, Erb Park pool, 

: If you love being near water, Racine is a great place to live. It is located on the shore of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Root River. In addition to traditional lakeside activities, Racine offers access to culture and the arts with its zoos, museums, and outdoor parks.

 In 2017, Racine was rated as the Most Affordable Place to Live in the world.

Here are some other great places to live in Wisconsin:

Wisconsin can be a great place for remote workers! Although there’s no direct monetary incentive to move to Wisconsin as of now, according to virtualvocations.com, “the state provides numerous tax credits for small business owners, including those with distributed teams.”

Virtualvocations.com also lists some great co-working spaces in these areas, which offer opportunities for you to build your community!

Income tax varies greatly between states. According to bankrate.com, “The Wisconsin state income tax rate is currently 4% on the low end and 7.65% on the high end. The income tax rate varies over four income brackets.” 

Learn more about Wisconsin’s state tax in this article.

If you’d like to have a job that lets you enjoy all Wisconsin has to offer, you might consider a remote position. At MakeMyMove, we have a blog that lists over 100 companies offering remote work. 

Learn the benefits of choosing Wisconsin for remote work flexibility. Enjoy a low cost of living, entertainment & sports, and plenty of cheese!

How to Move to Wisconsin for Remote Work

These people moved while working remotely. Use their tips to do the same.

How often have you dreamt about moving to a different home or community, only to become so overwhelmed by the amount of work it represents that the dream starts to feel more like a nightmare? Moving is one of those decisions that can have life-transformational effects, and yet the heavy lift it takes to make it happen can seem so daunting that many people simply don’t.

But now, more than ever, inaction could be a missed opportunity as the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically increased mobility in the American workforce. For the first time ever, many of us have the freedom to choose where we live, rather than live where we work.

If you’re considering a remote work-enabled move, but are hesitating not knowing where to start, use these tips from remote workers who have recently relocated as your guide:

Don’t start until you’ve done these two things.

1. If you don’t have it already, get permission from work.

This might be the scariest hurdle of all, but you definitely want to get this out of the way sooner rather than later. You don’t want to find out after the fact that your company is going back to work full time. Prepare your request professionally, including details about your schedule and covering any productivity concerns so your employer knows you’re being thoughtful and intentional about the transition.

Kimberly L recently moved with her husband and young daughter from Chicago to Laguna Beach. “I was a little bit nervous to ask because my employer had hinted that we’d be meeting with clients again in person before the end of the year. But they said as long as I was willing to fly back for the big meetings, they would make it work for a year,” said Kimberly. This was a workable compromise for her. If you negotiate a similar situation with your employer, she recommends talking with them up front about who will pay for your travel expenses so it’s not a surprise expense.

2. Decide whether or not you’ll make a long or short term move.

When you’re remote and have endless opportunities, deciding on the duration of the move is an important consideration because, if for no other reason, all of the other move-related decisions you have to make will be so much easier when this one is made up front. We talked to several remote workers about their short-term moves (12 mos or less) and they offer these tips:

Lease your space on Facebook marketplace, and share with friends and neighbors on social media. This is how Kimberly found a family in the same neighborhood who needed a year-long rental while their home was undergoing renovations.

Try leasing through FurnishedFinder.com or TravelNurseHousing.com. This is how Cassie G. rented her home in Indianapolis while she and her husband worked remotely from St. Croix for several months.

If you’re packing light, consider renting a storage unit to declutter your space, making it more comfortable for renters while they’re staying in your home.

Hire a property manager (or use a friend) who can help solve problems and stay on top of maintenance at your house while you’re out of town.

Get a remote system for your house. Jodi R and her partner moved from Washington DC to Naples, FL during the COVID lockdown. She gave a key to her apartment to a friend for emergencies and otherwise was able to keep an eye on things through their remote system, which included a video camera (they did not have renters in their DC apartment) and temperature monitoring and control.

This is where the dreaming starts to feel more real. If you don’t have a specific place in mind already, think about how you want your day-to-day life to change as a guide for narrowing your options. Many remote workers tell us they’re looking for affordability, a slower pace of life, more space or to be closer to their favorite outdoor activities. That still leaves a lot of options. But once you’ve narrowed your list, use these tips from remote movers to really get a sense of new communities. Of course, we also recommend checking 

Cassie and her husband relied on their friends who lived in St Croix to help guide their move. If you don’t have friends or family in the area who can tell you what it’s like to live as a local, find a realtor or a point of contact at a local chamber or visitor center who can help you out. If you’re considering a relocation incentive program, the staff that manages the program can make for great guides as well.

Join local Facebook group(s) - a tip from many of the remote workers we talked to.

There are Facebook groups for pretty much everything these days and the local groups in the place you are considering can be an endless source of knowledge from finding housing to services to schools. You might even make a friend or two.

 to understand how far your income will go in a new community compared to your current city or town.

What type of housing are you looking for?

Is it available and affordable in the community that you’re considering? Check the local board of realtors and/or realtor.com for home buying. Rental searches can be a little more dispersed. Try Facebook marketplace/groups and ask local realtors to guide you in the right direction.

Remote work doesn’t necessarily mean work from home. If you’d prefer to work from a co-working space or coffee shop, check to see what’s available nearby. Whether you’re in tech or not, local tech organizations can be a great resource for recommending co-working space.

If you’re moving with the kiddos, this can be one of the most important decisions you’ll make and another good opportunity to pump the local Facebook group for information (specifically for parents if there is one). Check 

 for data about performance and diversity. Ravi B and his wife moved from Chicago to Bloomington, IN last year and said after all the online research, what really made the difference in their decision was talking to parents.

If you’re moving with a partner, this can be incredibly important in making sure you’re aligned on location, housing and schools. Ravi told us, “I’m data-driven and did a ton of research on the community, schools and cost of living. But in the end, it was the pre-visit to actually see Bloomington that convinced me and my wife that this was going to be a positive experience for our family. It made it real.” It’s also a great time to secure important services if need be - banking, contractors, healthcare, veterinarians, check out the local grocery stores, etc.

Moving blows. That’s a pretty universal truth. There are 

 about how to do it without breaking yourself. In the end, the remote workers we talked to advise:

Even with the most organized spreadsheets and hired movers, just know that at some point most moves come down to throwing stuff in bags.

If you’re considering a remote work-enabled move, but don't know where to start, use these tips from remote workers who recently relocated as a guide.

A Guide to Moving While Working Remotely

If you want more control over your current work arrangement, look no further! Below, we explain what a flexible work arrangement is and how it can enable your dream career.

We also dive into benefits for companies allowing flexible work and share some tips for making sure your flexible work arrangement is a success!

A flexible work arrangement is where an employee is given greater flexibility on how they fulfill the duties of their position. This might mean an employee has greater input on where they work (at home vs. in the office) and when they work (starting earlier or later in the day).

Because of the pandemic, many job positions transitioned to fully remote work or flexible work options that weren’t available pre-pandemic. Based on popular demand, we think they’re here to stay.

 from December of 2020 shows that 65% of participants want to be full-time remote employees post-pandemic, and 31% want a hybrid remote work environment, totalling 96% of the participants desired some form of remote work.

How Flexible Work Can Enable Your Dream Career

Flexible work arrangements have been proven to improve job satisfaction.

, “Remote employees are more likely to report being satisfied with their jobs than office-based workers (57% vs. 50%).” (

Not only that, but “employees without access to flexible work are nearly two times more likely to have poor or very poor mental health.” (

When you’re more satisfied with your work, including working when you want and where you want, it can enable you to focus on the aspects of your career and life that you WANT to focus on.

You might find you are able to have better lifestyle balance by creating a schedule that works 

 your life, instead of scheduling your life around your work. You might also find that for the first time you’re able to work remotely and choose to move to a dream location.

Benefits of Flexible Work Arrangements for Companies

Are you trying to make the case for a flexible work arrangement to your company? These statistics might help.

 showed that “businesses lose $600 billion a year to workplace distractions, and remote workers are 35% to 40% more productive than their in-office counterparts.”

 81% of responders said “they would be more loyal to their employer if they had flexible work options.”

In addition, flexible work arrangements can help employees operate more efficiently by working during hours they feel most productive.

 talks about how optimal work days may not be the traditional 9-5: “The optimal workday and workweek for all parties may not be what it was. For example, the data from the survey reveal that the busiest time of the workday is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m...Employees start their days earlier on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and stop working later, as compared to Mondays and Fridays.”

Tips for Switching to a Flexible Work Arrangement

If you hope to switch to a flexible work arrangement (or you’re already in one) these tips from remote workers may help you make the most of it!

We interviewed several individuals who have recently made the decision to work remote from a place they love, and here is what they suggest:

 — Don’t be afraid of asking your employer for a flexible arrangement. If this is what you want, bite the bullet, and get it out of the way early.

Managing the Relationship After You’ve Made a Move

 — If you’re suddenly in a different state, consider how the dynamic of your relationships will change. If you’re in a new time zone, let your company know when you’re working and clearly communicate your hours.

Get Honest Feedback from Your Co-Workers/Direct Reports 

— Get direct, honest feedback from your co-workers on how your flexible work arrangement has impacted your work. Are you still performing as well as you were before? Better? Prioritize making clear communication part of your relationships so you can keep working how you want to.

Find a Company that Will Support You Working Fully Remote

Many companies are transitioning, or have already transitioned to remote-first work environments or purposefully provide ample remote work opportunities. We have a blog specifically dedicated to help you find the perfect fit for your dream remote position!

Find an index of companies categorized by industry who hire remotely here.

Find a Place that Will Pay You to Move There

Whether your organization supports you working remotely now or you are searching for a fully remote position

, there are places that will pay you to move there. Check them out here.

Gain control over a flexible work arrangement and improve job satisfaction. See our tips for switching to a flexible work arrangement and finding success!

How to Switch to a Flexible Work Arrangement

For remote workers considering a change of place, Purdue is extending an especially compelling invitation to live and work in the heart of their West Lafayette campus. The Purdue Research Foundation is recruiting remote workers to come live in a  first-of-its-kind, living community located in the heart of Purdue’s 

The program aims to give remote workers the opportunity to take advantage of the rich academic, research, entertainment and cultural assets and opportunities offered by a world class institution.

“Now that pandemic-induced remote work has given more people more freedom and control over where they can do their jobs, we’ve created a community to welcome newly mobile talent to the Purdue campus, where we aim to provide life-enhancing amenities and boundless opportunities for professional success. Purdue is a hub for innovation, discovery, talent and collaboration and we want to invite people from all over to come be a special part of the Boilermaker community,” said David Broecker, Chief Innovation and Collaboration Officer at Purdue Research Foundation.

Discovery Park District is a thriving 400 acre research park located in West Lafayette, Indiana that offers R&D facilities in the areas of defense/aerospace, animal health, life sciences, agricultural innovation and advanced manufacturing. Operated by the Purdue Research Foundation, it also includes a plethora of drop-in and coworking spaces as well as private offices and conference spaces. Additionally, it contains both a thriving urban village and residential neighborhood complete with new luxury apartments, single family homes, and townhomes that are all a short walking distance to shops and restaurants.

Qualified candidates do not have to be affiliated in any way with Purdue or work with the University. They do, however, need to meet certain qualifications, which include being a remote worker, having the ability to move in the next 6 months, and committing to living in West Lafayette for a minimum of one year. A select number of candidates will receive move stipends up to $5,000 to live right in the Discovery Park District, where they are eligible for housing discounts of $750-$2500. Those not receiving the stipend will live elsewhere in West Lafayette but can still take advantage of the full array of program offerings.

Other benefits offered by this program include:

Access to programming and entrepreneurial services through Purdue Foundry

Discounts on select continuing education programs through Purdue Online

In-state tuition designation for on-campus, in-person undergraduate programs

50% discounts on co-working space in the Discovery Park District

Proximity to Purdue’s R+D facilities and collaborators to work on shared interests

Nationally, Purdue is ranked third in producing new companies based on university created innovations and fourth for developing basic research into new technologies. Purdue creates 25 start-ups per year and produces 78 U.S. and global patents and 131 licensing deals annually. Last year, Lafayette was

 as the top college town to start a business and in 2018, was ranked second by Forbes as one of the "Best Small Places for Business and Careers."

Working in partnership with the Purdue Research Foundation, remote worker relocation platform MakeMyMove.com is handling the entire marketing and recruitment process, including candidate interviews. On site visits at the Discovery Park District are scheduled for June 3.

“This is the perfect time for a live and work neighborhood at Purdue, which is truly an unprecedented opportunity for remote workers to utilize campus facilities and resources, while living and recreating in a highly desirable college town,” said Bill Oesterle, co-founder of MakeMyMove.com.

Remote workers interested in this program should contact MakeMyMove at: 

https://www.makemymove.com/get-paid/west-lafayette

 is a private, nonprofit foundation created to advance the mission of Purdue University. Established in 1930, the foundation accepts gifts; administers trusts; funds scholarships and grants; acquires property; protects Purdue's intellectual property; and promotes entrepreneurial activities on behalf of Purdue. The foundation manages the Purdue Foundry, Purdue Office of Technology Commercialization, Purdue Research Park, Discovery Park District, Purdue Technology Centers and University Development Office. In 2020, the 

 ranked Purdue third nationally in startup creation and in the top 20 for patents. The foundation received the 2019 Innovation and Economic Prosperity Universities Award for Place from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities.

Purdue University is set to make West Lafayette, IN a premier destination for remote workers, offering up to $5,000 for select candidates. 

Purdue Recruiting Remote Workers to Live and Work in Heart of World Class University Community

The rise of remote work is here to stay. Before the COVID-19 pandemic,

 found that only 20% of employees worked remotely. During the midst of the pandemic, that number rose to 71%.

So why do we think the trend will continue? A survey conducted by 

 found that 76% of entrepreneurs and 74% of professionals believe remote work will likely "become the new normal." Across the country, we've seen a rise in companies offering flexible remote work.

If you're one of the many people seeking a fully remote position to enjoy greater freedom and flexibility, we've compiled a list of companies offering permanent remote work opportunities.

Below, you can explore some of the best companies, including many you've probably never heard of, or check out our extensive list with over 100+ companies.

15 Best Companies Hiring Remote Workers, Including Some You've Never Heard Of

Cimpress invests in and builds entrepreneurial mass customization businesses. Cimpress is composed of decentralized companies with small and lean central teams and own Vistaprint, a remote-first workplace with flexible work options.

Learn more about working for Cimpress here.

eXp Realty is the world's fastest-growing cloud-based real estate brokerage service. If you're interested in real estate but want to work from home, this is a great option. Many of their new openings are full-time remote positions.

Grand Canyon Education is a shared services partner dedicated to serving colleges and universities. Benefits of working for Grand Canyon Education include numerous work-from-home opportunities, paid time off, paid volunteer time, and great 401k options.

Learn more about working for Grand Canyon Education here.

Since 2000, Stride K12 has been a leader in online education. They offer hundreds of courses to supplement children's home learning. An excellent place for educators, managers, career development professionals, K12 has made FlexJobs' Top 100 list every year since 2014.

Find the best companies offering full-time remote work opportunities, including the best companies you’ve never heard of.

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