Where Prairie Meets Possibility: Choose Ottawa County (Remote Program)
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Where Prairie Meets Possibility: Choose Ottawa County (Remote Program)
Looking for a rural community where you don’t have to sacrifice amenities?
Ottawa County, Kansas offers wide-open spaces, small-town charm, and everything you need to thrive as a remote worker.
Why Move to Ottawa County as a Remote Worker?
Ottawa County is a community where rural life blends seamlessly with modern conveniences. Here’s why it’s a great fit for remote professionals:
🏡 Essential services like schools (in three of four incorporated towns), a grocery store, hospital, clinic, dentist, veterinary, library, and eye doctor
🌳 Outdoor adventures at Ottawa County Lake—perfect for fishing, camping, and family fun
🪨 Explore Rock City, the world’s largest concentration of sandstone concretions
🎉 Community hub at The FARM with a coffee shop, pickleball court, game room, in-house brewery, restaurant, and event space
Meet Katie, a resident in Ottawa County, and your new local connection! Her optimism and dedication make her a great neighbor—and a great resource—as you consider making Ottawa County your new home.
Your Welcome Package
When you relocate to Ottawa County through MakeMyMove, you’ll receive a generous welcome package:
🎁 Incentives coming soon
Ottawa County Is More Than a Move. It’s a Community.
This is a place where neighbors know your name, where outdoor adventure is minutes away, and where community spaces bring people together. Remote work gives you freedom—Ottawa County gives you belonging.
This program is sponsored by Choose Ottawa County and The State of Kansas.
Learn more about Ottawa County as a community below.
Eligible Places
Ottawa 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 $55,000 annually
Are 18 years or older
Currently reside outside the State of Kansas
Must relocate primary residence to Ottawa County within 6 months
In order to be considered by Ottawa 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.
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.
Why are communities offering relocation programs?
New residents bring growth, both economically and culturally. Local leaders around the country are recognizing this opportunity and assembling relocation programs that make moves easier and help new residents settle into the community.
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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.