Live and Work Remote in Oconto County
Total Incentive
$7,000
Description
Work From Anywhere, Belong in Oconto County
Looking for a place where nature, community, and flexibility come together? Oconto County, Wisconsin offers welcoming small towns, affordable living, and endless outdoor recreation from the shores of Green Bay to forested trails and rivers. Whether you’re working remotely or building your career locally, Oconto County gives you the space to thrive and the community to belong.
Why Move to Oconto County as a Remote Worker?
Oconto County is a welcoming place where small-town communities meet Northwoods living. It’s an ideal fit for remote professionals seeking balance—offering affordable living, dependable connectivity, and a close-knit community that makes it easy to put down roots and feel right at home.
🏡 Essential Services — Oconto County provides the conveniences needed for comfortable everyday living, including local schools, medical clinics and hospitals, dental and veterinary care, libraries, grocery stores, and locally owned businesses throughout its communities.
🌳 Outdoor Adventures — Enjoy year-round recreation with access to Green Bay, rivers, forests, and trails ideal for boating, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, and snowmobiling across all four seasons.
☕ Local Favorites — Discover cozy cafés, hometown restaurants, and small shops in Oconto County’s welcoming towns—perfect places to relax, connect, and support local businesses.
🎉 Community Connection — From seasonal festivals and farmers markets to parades, waterfront events, and family-friendly celebrations, Oconto County brings people together in meaningful ways year-round.
Say hello to Jayme, your Oconto County connection. She loves sharing what makes Oconto County such a special place to live and work and she’s here to help you feel right at home from day one.
Your Welcome Package
Get ready to feel at home in Oconto County! We’ve put together a package that makes your move not just easier but way more exciting:
💰 $7,000 Cash for Relocation – start your next chapter with a little extra boost.
🛳️ Oconto County Boat Launch Passes
🎁 More Incentives coming soon
Oconto County: More Than a Move, It’s a Community
This is a place where neighbors look out for one another, where weekends are spent on the water or exploring forested trails, and where small-town gatherings and seasonal festivals bring people together. Remote work gives you flexibility Oconto County gives you the space, connection, and sense of belonging to truly feel at home.
This program is sponsored by the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation and The State of Wisconsin.
Oconto County, WI 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
Have an annual household income of at least $55,000
Are 18 years or older
Currently reside outside of Wisconsin
Must relocate primary residence to Oconto County within 6 months
In order to be considered by Oconto County, you must provide proof of the above eligibility criteria
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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.
What does “Apply Now” mean?
“Apply Now” indicates that the community is working with MakeMyMove. You can apply on our site, and our team will help you navigate the application and move process.
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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How It Works
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.
1. Apply
Fill out our fast application form to share your information and why you’re interested in making a move.
2. Get Pre-Approved
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.
3. Confirm Eligibility
Once you’ve been selected, we’ll confirm your eligibility for the program and facilitate a formal offer from the community.
4. Accept and Make Your Move
Accept your offer to reserve your spot in the program, and let us know when you arrive to receive the incentive.