Description
Floyd County offers the perfect blend of small-town warmth and modern convenience. With top-rated schools, a vibrant downtown filled with local restaurants and shops, scenic natural beauty, and a thriving coworking scene for remote work and innovation, it's easy to see why so many are proud to call the area home.
Nestled along the scenic Ohio River and just minutes from Louisville, Kentucky, Floyd County blends small-town charm with metropolitan convenience. Known for its top-tier schools, beautiful parks, and thriving local businesses, Floyd County is a place where quality of life comes naturally. Residents enjoy a vibrant downtown, an active arts and culture scene, delicious dining, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're drawn by family-friendly neighborhoods, entrepreneurial spirit, or natural beauty, Floyd County offers a warm welcome and fantastic relocation benefits to help you feel at home from day one:
💵 $5,000 Cash for Relocation: Get a strong start in your new home with $5,000 in relocation assistance. Use it toward moving expenses, housing, or anything else that helps make your transition to Floyd County smooth and stress-free.
💼 5-Year Dual Co-Working Memberships to The Root and Novaparke Innovation & Technology Campus: Enjoy five years of access to two of the region’s leading coworking spaces—The Root, located in downtown New Albany, and Novaparke, a modern tech and innovation campus. Perfect for remote workers, entrepreneurs, and creatives looking for a professional environment with networking opportunities and business support.
🎁 Floyd County Welcome Basket: Get a warm hometown welcome with a curated basket full of local favorites—think artisan snacks, handmade goods, and community guides—designed to give you a taste of the culture and hospitality that make Floyd County special.
This program is sponsored by the Floyd County Department of Redevelopment with support from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
Participating Communities
Floyd County is currently recruiting remote workers who:
Are employed full-time and able to relocate while retaining their current position, or
Are self-employed and able to relocate while retaining their current clients/portfolio
Earn at least $75,000 annually
Are 18 years or older
Currently reside outside the state of Indiana
Can relocate primary residence to Floyd County within 6 months
In order to be considered by Floyd County, you must provide proof of the above eligibility criteria
FAQ
What is MakeMyMove?
MakeMyMove is the first-ever marketplace connecting movers with relocation programs, provided by communities across the country actively recruiting new residents. We help you find the right place and get there, and we help communities grow through talent attraction.
How much does it cost?
We’re 100% supported by communities. Thanks to their investments, our service is free to folks like you who are thinking about making a move.
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This community is participating in the MakeMyMove on-platform application process. Apply in a few minutes. You’ll receive a response to your application, and will have access to a team to help along the way.
Fill out our fast application form to share your information and why you’re interested in making a move.
Qualifying applicants will receive an introduction to the local sponsors of the program who will answer your questions, and help you decide if the community is the right fit.
Once you’ve been selected, we’ll confirm your eligibility for the program and facilitate a formal offer from the community.
Accept your offer to reserve your spot in the program, and let us know when you arrive to receive the incentive.