Tulsa Remote began as an experiment to diversify the city’s economy and deliver new opportunities to Tulsans. A new report from leading economist Tim Bartik and the Upjohn Institute shows that the experiment is working:
- Each member contributes an estimated $86K in net local economic impact over 10 years
- For every 100 new residents, about 60 local jobs are created
- For every $1 spent, the program returns more than $4 to Tulsans
By attracting more people to Tulsa, we’re gaining new customers at local restaurants, businesses, and cultural institutions. But the program is making a much bigger impact than increasing local spending. Tulsa Remote members are also creating jobs by starting companies and hiring locally, and by helping existing businesses expand by increasing demand for their goods and services.
"I had the idea for my business for a while, but I never would have started it if I hadn't moved to Tulsa,” said Jhonathan Vasquez, who moved from Houston.
Additionally, new members become local taxpayers, contributing to our local schools, social services, and infrastructure projects.
Growth & Economic Impact report found that Tulsa Remote members:
- Collectively delivered more than $622 million to Tulsa’s economy.
- Generated $30.5 million in county and state taxes.
- Created more than 1,400 jobs.
By attracting 3,500 remote workers and counting, our unique economic development program has inspired other towns and cities from across the country to follow suit. This latest research, however, shows that the program is making more of an impact than a typical worker relocation incentive. In combining forces with other dynamic initiatives across the city, we are making meaningful progress on the most important success metric: delivering for Tulsans.
Bloomberg covered the research and interviewed one of our Tulsa Remote members, Kagan Conaway. Kagan shares how she 'fell in love with the city after just a few days.” Read the full Bloomberg article here.
To read the full report from Tim Bartik and the Upjohn Institute click here.
Ready to Make the Move?
Tulsa offers the perfect blend of affordability, community, and opportunity for remote workers. Whether you’re looking for a place to grow your career, connect with others, or simply enjoy a higher quality of life, Tulsa has something for you. Visit tulsaremote.com to see if you’re eligible and apply today.
