Connecticut Among Nation's Best States for Working from Home

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With 13% of full-time employees now working entirely from home across the country, and another 26% having a hybrid schedule, the personal-finance website WalletHub has released its report on the Best States for Working from Home.  Connecticut is among them, earning a place in the top 10. 

Connecticut, ranking at #6 overall, was among the national leaders in multiple categories related to work at home.

  • 2nd – Households' Internet Access

  • 6th – Internet Cost            

  • 12th – Average Home Square Footage

  • 16th – Share of Population Working from Home

  • 24th – Share of Potential Telecommuters

WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 12 key metrics. The data set ranges from the share of workers working from home to internet cost and cybersecurity.

The 10 Best States for Remote Work, according to the survey data analysis, are Delaware, Utah, Maryland, District of Columbia, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Washington, and New Hampshire.

“Working from home can save people a lot of money on transportation expenses, as well as make their work environment a lot more comfortable and their hours more flexible,” said Chip Lupo, WalletHub Analyst.  “However, things like energy costs, internet speed, home sizes and how many people live together can greatly impact people’s savings and productivity. While work-from-home jobs can be done anywhere, certain states make the practice much better than others.”

“Investing in remote work could be beneficial for companies. Doing so may make them more attractive to prospective job seekers. It could also expand their pool of talented candidates, as they would no longer be limited to individuals willing to relocate or those who require more flexible work arrangements,” noted Anyi Ma, Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin – Madison. “However, companies should also consider the nature of the job. For example, roles in manufacturing, lab work, frontline services, and those requiring frequent in-person interaction would likely benefit less from work-from-home policies.”