{"id":3516,"date":"2021-08-27T11:03:32","date_gmt":"2021-08-27T16:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/?p=3516"},"modified":"2023-09-20T12:00:01","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T17:00:01","slug":"4-places-that-will-pay-remote-workers-10k-to-move-there","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.accrediteddebtrelief.com\/blog\/4-places-that-will-pay-remote-workers-10k-to-move-there\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Places That Will Pay Remote Workers $10k+ To Move There"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The past year proved that one remote work is here to stay. Many cities are taking advantage of that trend by offering incentives to remote workers who relocate to their communities. People in all industries no longer need to live in large expensive cities to make a living. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Instead, many are choosing to downsize to smaller towns and cities where the cost of living is more modest. Like those featured here, many cities want to sweeten the deal by offering special incentives, often in the form of cash. Check out four places that will pay remote workers to move there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Morgantown, West Virginia \u2013 $12,000+<\/a> <\/li>
  2. Topeka, Kansas \u2013 Up to $11,000<\/a><\/li>
  3. Tulsa, Oklahoma \u2013 Up to $10,000<\/a><\/li>
  4. The Shoals, Alabama \u2013 $10,000<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    1. Morgantown, West Virginia \u2013 $12,000+ <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown, WV<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    John Denver may have been on to something when he penned his now-famous song about West Virginia. If you like country roads, mountains, and a small-town feel, moving to Morgantown could net your more than $20K in rewards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The state initiative called Ascend WV<\/a> encourages remote workers to move to Morgantown and call the mountain state home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why Should You Move to Morgantown?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    According to My Move, Morgantown has a livability score of 77\/100<\/a>. The cost of living is 8.3% less than the national average. For example, the average rent is $777, and the average price of a single-family home is $315,694. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    With a population of 87,000, the city is no small town. Morgantown is bustling with restaurants, shops, music venues, a major University, nightlife, and ample outdoor recreation opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Benefits<\/td><\/tr>
    $12,000 cash: $10,000 in the first year, $2,000 after the second yearTwo years of free outdoor gear rentals (a $2,500+ value, according to the program) Free coworking spaceSocial events<\/td><\/tr>
    Eligibility Requirements<\/strong>:<\/td><\/tr>
    18+ years old and U.S. citizenMust not currently live in West VirginiaCan work remotely full-time with a company not located in West Virginia<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Learn More: Ascend West Virginia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Topeka, Kansas \u2013 Up to $11,000<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Kansas Capitol Building and Fountain<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Dorothy isn\u2019t in Kansas anymore, but for $11,000, you can be! Choose Topeka<\/a> offering the incentive to remote workers who are employed outside of Shawnee County. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Incentives increase for applicants who intend to purchase a home rather than rent. There is a waiting period for remote workers and options for on-site workers whose employers participate in the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why Should You Move to Topeka?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    According to My Move, Topeka has a livability score of 60\/100<\/a>. The cost of living is 11% less than the national average. Home prices are low, averaging just $294,084. There is also a vibrant art scene, and the city is home to 18 museums and 92 city parks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Benefits<\/td><\/tr>
    Options for remote and on-site workers Relocation expenses up to $5,000 for renters; Up to $10,000 for a home purchaseGet an extra $1,000 if you relocate to one of Jimmy John\u2019s<\/a> three delivery zones<\/td><\/tr>
    Eligibility Requirements<\/strong>:<\/td><\/tr>
    Remote workers: your employer must be located outside of Shawnee CountyOn-site workers: must confirm that your employer participates in the Choose Topeka relocation incentiveOne relocation incentive per householdEligible to work in the U.S.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Learn More: Choose Topeka<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Tulsa, Oklahoma \u2013 Up to $10,000<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Tulsa River Park<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    According to the Tulsa Remote website, nearly 1,000 people have already accepted the remote work grant and become new community members. Applicants have up to a year to move to Tulsa and must meet all of the eligibility requirements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The benefits include $10,000 in cash paid out in installments over the first year. You\u2019ll get money to help you relocate, a small stipend for the first few months, and the balance after you have lived in Tulsa for one year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Participants also get access to a free co-working space in downtown Tulsa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why Should You Move to Tulsa?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u201cIt\u2019s been a blessing. I wouldn\u2019t want it any other way. I think I\u2019ve made more friends this year during a pandemic than any other time (in my life),\u201d says Dr. Lindsay Marvel, who moved to Tulsa from New York City at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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