New Economic Innovation Report

What is happening? A new report from Economic Innovation Group that in 42 regions across the U.S. more than 20% of the work force works remotely. In 2021, remote work jumped to 179% fall US workers, up from 5.6% in 2019. Topping the list is D.C. at 34% of workers are remote, San Francisco 33% of workers, and Austin 32% Remote work also increased in areas like Provo, UT and Santa Fe, NM.

Why does this matter? Trend lines show it isn’t changing, it will increase. For every 1 person who moved to a more affordable location for remote work, there are 4 other workers who plan to relocate. Quality of life focus is winning over traditional economic issues.

Route Fifty | The Places Where Remote Work Became Most Common