The Los Angeles Times recently featured Tulsa Remote in a story exploring why some remote workers from California are trading the West Coast for life in Oklahoma and what they are finding when they arrive. The article highlighted Cynthia Rollins, who was working remotely for a tech company while living in San Diego. She moved to Tulsa in 2020 in search of more breathing room and a stronger sense of community. It also shared the story of Zach Meincke, who left Los Angeles after realizing that starting a family and owning a home there was simply out of reach. Both found what they were looking for in Tulsa, supported by Tulsa Remote’s $10,000 relocation grant and the vibrant community that comes with it.

As the article notes, the grant is only the starting point. What has drawn more than 7,800 California remote workers to apply, and more than 500 to make the move, is a combination of affordability, opportunity, and community. In Tulsa, members like Cynthia and Zach discovered they could purchase homes, build careers, and engage in a lifestyle that felt out of reach on the coast. The story underscores how Tulsa Remote is not just offering an incentive, but a pathway to the kind of stability and belonging that many are searching for.

The L.A. Times also pointed to the long-term impact. The vast majority of members stay well beyond their first year, choosing to deepen their roots in Tulsa. With thoughtful support systems such as co-working spaces, mentorship, social programming, and even an exclusive Slack workspace with hundreds of channels, Tulsa Remote has created an environment where remote workers can thrive. For those who have made the leap, it is not just about financial support but about discovering a community where professional ambitions and personal well-being can both flourish.

👉 Read the full LA Times article here.