DeveloperforHire.com's recent study uncovered that, by the end of 2024, Illinois may be among the top 5 hotspots for remote workers nationwide. The research, taking various factors into account indicates that Illinois consistently ranks in the top 15 with an overall average across the criteria in the Top 4. Michael Johnson is one of the researchers behind the rankings..

Despite its lower ranking in Outdoor Beauty, Illinois, particularly Mattoon, is a work-from-home sweet spot with its attractive move-in incentives. With remote working set to double between 2023 and 2025, Illinois is well-positioned to attract this new working wave according to the Developer for Hire research.