The Good Life Grows in Wallace
Total Incentive
$8,000
Wallace County is no longer accepting applications at this time.
Description
🌻 The Good Life Grows in Wallace
Kansas isn’t for everyone. But if you're looking for simplicity, community, and connection, Wallace County might just be your perfect fit.
Out here in western Kansas, life moves with purpose—not pressure. Wallace County is where genuine people, wide open skies, and strong traditions come together to create something rare: a place where you can plant roots and truly thrive. 🌅
With top-ranked schools, safe streets, and local treasures like Mount Sunflower and the Fort Wallace Museum, this is more than a move—it’s a chance to live meaningfully. And thanks to our relocation program, you’ll feel right at home from day one.
Moving to a new place can be scary and overwhelming but here in Wallace County we are ready to welcome you with open arms. Myself and other locals can help get you acclimated to the best local spots, the most fun events to attend, and truly help you connect into your new home. We can't wait to talk to you more! - Lissa S. (Local Resident)
What You’ll Get When You Move
💰 Financial Incentives
- Relocation support through the Northwest Kansas Economic Innovation Center
- Kansas Rural Opportunity Zone Program, including:
- 100% Kansas State Income Tax Credit (up to 5 years!)
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance (up to $15,000)
🍳 Farm Fresh Welcome
- 1 dozen local farm-fresh eggs every month for a year
- 1 jar of honey + locally made pork or beef snack sticks
🏊 Community Perks
- Free passes to the fitness center & pool
- Ticket to an upcoming event at the Fort Wallace Museum
- Carnival tickets for the Wallace County Fair
🛍 Small-Town Favorites
- Bottomless popcorn bucket at the Strand Movie Theater
- Coffee & goods at The Memory Bank & Wallace Trading Co.
- Grocery credit at T-Mart
- Hardware or home supplies from Hennicks Lumber & Hardware
Ready to love where you live? Come grow your good life in Wallace County. Small town, big heart—and a future that feels like home.
This program is sposnored by the Northwest Kansas Innovation Center and the Wallace County Communtiy Development organization.
Learn more about the Wallace County community below.
Am I eligible?
The Northwest Kansas Region and Wallace County are looking for people 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 $50,000 annually
Are 18 years or older
Currently reside outside of the 26 county Northwest Kansas Region
Must relocate primary residence to Wallace County within 6 months
In order to be considered by the Northwest Kansas Region, you must provide proof of the above eligibility criteria
Living in Wallace County
Learn about where you could live, before you get there. The below Places are eligible relocation destinations for this Program.
We’ve helped 4,000+ people move since 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 is a remote worker?
Remote workers are employed full-time and typically do their jobs from a computer. They can work from their house, an office, a co-working space, coffee shop, maybe sometimes from the bleachers at their kids' swim meet. Remote workers who have moved through our programs have titles like Customer Service Agent, Software Engineer, Insurance Advisor, and more. Examples of roles that aren't considered remote include Delivery Driver, Mechanic, and Cashier.
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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