As a remote worker, your physical location hardly matters. As long as you have a productive workspace and a strong internet connection, you can pretty much work wherever your heart desires. Do you enjoy sitting on a patio while you take your Zoom calls? Well, as long as your connection is strong you’re good to go!

We looked at a few things to make our recommendations:

• Median rent and rent change year-over-year
• Access to the internet and average internet speeds
• WFH population and number of coworking spaces

If you’re a digital nomad who wants to fully embrace WFH, consider these top 10 locations across the country that have been named the best cities for remote work.

1. Orlando, FL

• Median rent: $2,075
• Average Mbps: 83.46
• Number of coworking spaces: 68
• % of population WFH: 19 percent

Orlando is the number one best city for remote work based on our ranking methodology. With a population of 309,154 people, it’s a perfect mid-sized city in the sunny state of Florida.

You’ve got well-known amusement parks. You’ve got crystal blue beaches and sunny skies. And, you’ve got a solid environment for remote work. Retirees and young professionals alike are flocking to Orlando and it’s easy to figure out why. Consider this city if you want to be a remote worker.

2. Austin

• Median rent: $1,528
• Average Mbps: 117.89
• Number of coworking spaces: 78
• % of population WFH: 38 percent

Austin is the second-best city for remote workers. It’s a hopping metro with a young millennial crowd. The rent is reasonably priced and there is no state income tax, which is a bonus for remote workers and residents alike. Austin is particularly appealing to the IT sector and is commonly called “Silicon Hills.”

So, if you’re a remote IT worker, this city is even better for you! But if IT isn’t your field of work, don’t fret: You can still live in Austin and enjoy the benefits of remote work in your chosen industry.

3. North Charleston, SC

• Median rent: $1,339
• Average Mbps: 80.71
• Number of coworking spaces: 11
• % of population WFH: 13.2 percent

Ranking third on our list is the city of North Charleston in South Carolina. With a smaller population just shy of 120,000 people, this city is the perfect place to settle down to get a mix of big-city life with small-town charm.

People rave about the dining scene, so you can work remotely from a coffee shop or restaurant! This city is full of history and has a diverse cultural scene and stunning scenery. If you’re looking for a place that seemingly has it all, check out North Charleston.

4. Grand Rapids, MI

• Median rent: $1,338
• Average Mbps: 76.26
• Number of coworking spaces: 23
• % of population WFH: 15.7 percent

Grand Rapids is a great city for outdoor recreation and beer scene. If you’re a digital nomad who wants to flex the Midwestern value of “work hard, play hard,” this is the city for you.

The city alone has over 40 breweries. You’ll be able to go on a nice trail walk and cool down with a beer. Additionally, it’s one of the largest office furniture-making cities in the U.S. So, you can definitely find yourself a sweet office set up for your remote work office here.

5. Columbus, GA

• Median rent: $977
• Average Mbps: 129.12
• Number of coworking spaces: 7
• % of population WFH: 12 percent

Columbus, GA, is the fifth city on our list of best cities for remote work. If you’re looking for a family-friendly place to live, consider Columbus. This city is rising in popularity as it’s an easy-going town with friendly people.

There are lots of parks, restaurants and bars so you’ll have a good mix of outdoor and indoor activities when you’re not working. One thing to note is that you may experience severe weather in this pocket of the country.

6. Atlanta

• Median rent: $2,220
• Average Mbps: 92.68
• Number of coworking spaces: 92
• % of population WFH: 38 percent

Because it’s a large metro, Atlanta is a great place to live and work remotely — or to look for an in-office job if you tire of the WFH life. You also have several large corporations headquartered here, such as Delta and Coca-Cola, so job options are plentiful and rent reasonable compared to similar-sized metros.

7. Green Bay, WI

• Median rent: $1,183
• Average Mbps: 55.53
• Number of coworking spaces: 15
• % of population WFH: 12 percent

You don’t have to be a Packers fan to live in Green Bay (although it wouldn’t hurt!) People love this family-friendly city and rave about the small-town community traditions and vibe you experience living here.

Ranking seventh on our list of best places for remote workers, Green Bay has affordable living and is recently experiencing an influx of people moving here. Enjoy football games or farmer’s markets when you’re not working from home.

8. Houston

• Median rent: $1,444
• Average Mbps: 94.95
• Number of coworking spaces: 128
• % of population WFH: 15.6 percent

Houston is another Texas city that made our list of the best places for remote workers. It’s a larger city, compared to Austin, so if you’re looking for a big metro area in Texas, consider the nation’s fourth-largest city.

This metro is known for its diverse food and entertainment scene. Since it’s a huge city, you pretty much have a good mix of everything to do. Plus, rent is fairly inexpensive, making the cost of living affordable.

9. Raleigh, NC

• Median rent: $1,613
• Average Mbps: 119.41
• Number of coworking spaces: 26
• % of population WFH: 33.1 percent

Another southern city makes our list of the top 10 best places to work remotely. Raleigh has great weather, so if you’re looking for a beautiful and mild place to live, this is for you.

Additionally, it’s known to be a great city for small businesses and entrepreneurs, which is good news for remote workers hoping to branch out on their own and network. It’s also been ranked as the most climate-resilient city, the best for work/life balance and one of the best places for college students to live.

10. Appleton, WI

• Median rent: $1,041
• Average Mbps: 82.95
• Number of coworking spaces: 9
• % of population WFH: 16.7 percent

Last but not least is Appleton, WI. With a population just shy of 75,000 people, Appleton is the smallest town on our top 10 list. So, if you’re looking for a quiet, small city to live and work remotely, this is the place for you.

Residents like the mix of outdoor activities and in-town activities. It’s also been named one of the best places to raise children. Check out Appleton if you’re wanting a great city to be a remote worker and raise a family.

Other cities to consider when working remotely

We’ve listed the cities that rank in the top 10 best places for remote work, but there are several other places across the U.S. that made our list, as well. Check out the top cities in the nation that remote workers can call home.

• Daytona Beach, FL
• Savannah, GA
• Rapid City, SD
• Greenville, SC
• San Fransisco
• Chicago
• Pittsburgh
• South Bend, IN
• Dallas
• Waukesha, WI
• Fort Lauderdale, FL
• Chattanooga, TN
• Greensboro, NC
• San Antonio
• Shreveport, LA

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