April 21, 2022 – Decatur has been ranked #15 in the ‘Top 25 Best Cities for Remote Workers.
Ownerly recently ranked the top 25 U.S. cities that offer a lot to remote workers including affordable housing, high-speed internet, outdoor green space, childcare options, and more.
“Decatur is an outstanding fit for remote workers. You can work hard – remotely – and play hard too. Our incredibly affordable lifestyle boasts a cost of living almost 20% below the national average, leaving room in the budget to enjoy our amenities. Our central Midwest location makes it easy to access major metros, but remote workers are looking for space to stretch out.” said Nicole Bateman, President, Economic Development Corporation of Decatur-Macon County.
“We have over 2,000 acres of parks and recreational facilities, beautiful Lake Decatur, live music at The Devon, and the list goes on.”
The Ownerly team analyzed 445 cities across the nation, looking at rent and housing prices, cost of living, safety data, level of broadband and free Wi-Fi coverage.
