Maryland Tops List of America's Remote Work Hotspots

Shantelle Malcolm-Lym

April 3

New research has discovered America's remote work hotspots, with Maryland taking the top spot.

Experts at web hosting provider Hostinger analyzed data from the US Census Bureau on the number of citizens in each state who reported working from home for at least one day in seven days between January 9 and February 5, 2024. They calculated these numbers as a percentage of the working population in each state to determine America's remote work hotspots.

At the top of the list is Maryland, with 44.2% of its working population having spent at least one day working from home during the seven days. The state has a workforce of 4.7 million people, and the number of people who work remotely is just over 2 million. Of these, 45.5% worked remotely for five or more days, while 30.5% did so for just 1-2 days.

A spokesperson from Hostinger has commented:

"It is fascinating to see such a big difference in the number of remote workers in each state. Many states with fewer remote workers, such as Mississippi, have economies that heavily lean on industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, and services that require physical presence. This limits opportunities for remote work compared to sectors like technology or finance, which are more prevalent in states such as Maryland.

Maryland's status as America's top remote work hotspot not only reflects the state's economic landscape but also has significant implications for its counties. With a high percentage of remote workers, Maryland counties are likely experiencing shifts in local economies, workforce dynamics, and possibly even housing demands. This trend underscores the need for counties to adapt and innovate to support this growing remote workforce.