Thanks to today’s digital age, it has never been easier for freelancers to conduct their business entirely online. From editors and writers, coding specialists to graphic designers and everything in between, there are many freelancers that now conduct their businesses entirely online. The good news for online freelancers is that there are several cities throughout the United States that have proven to be some of the best places for freelancers to live and work while conducting their virtual businesses. Here are some of the best cities for online freelancers today.
Los Angeles, CA
It should come as no surprise that Los Angeles is one of the top cities for freelancers. After all, it is the entertainment capital of the world. Many freelancers working in this city work in or around the entertainment business. One of the best parts about Los Angeles is that there are so many other successful freelancers in the city, both online freelancers and actors, PAs and filmmakers. Living in a city that is filled with other successful freelancers is a great place for any freelancer to be.
Miami, FL
Many writing, web design and fashion design freelancers tend to find their way to sunny Miami. The city is filled with co-working spaces and meet up groups designed specifically for online freelancers who want to create a network in their area. The freelancing culture is thriving and the city is also home to The LAC in the Wynwood Arts District that holds several freelancer-only events.
Austin, TX
A recent report indicated that nearly 14% of people living in Austin are freelancers. This is perhaps why there are so many meet-up groups within the city, designed specifically for online freelancers. Many of the freelancers that find their way to this city work in the tech, startup or writing industries. The city also has dozens of co-working spaces for freelancers or private offices where they can rent a desk. Another great benefit of working in Austin is that health insurance rates tend to be low in this Texas city, which is an important factor for freelancers who have to cover these expenses on their own.
Seattle, WA
Seattle is a very popular place for freelancers to settle and as the coffee capital of the world, there is always a café or coffee shop with free Wi-Fi available for those who like to work among the public. If you are looking for area co-working spaces, there are plenty of options available in the city. Plus, Seattle has several chapters of the Editorial Freelancers Association and chapters of the Freelancers Union, which hosts dozens of events throughout the year.
Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Scottsdale, AZ is not only a popular vacation destination but a popular place for online freelancers to call home. The city hosts a number of Freelancers Union events. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city also has the highest reported income from freelancers and low health insurance rates, making it a great place for the self-employed to call home.
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