New Jersey Earns Top Marks For Remote Work In New Study

Benefits Of Working From Home In New Jersey

Working from home definitely has its perks. There's no commute, no sitting in New Jersey traffic, and no spending money on gas, which is a huge win, especially with prices being so high right now.

It also gives workers a lot more flexibility. Same with hybrid schedules.

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It's easy to see why so many people enjoy working from home or having at least the option for a more flexible work schedule.

Although it isn't for everyone, I have a friend who has been working from home since the pandemic, and says she misses working alongside her co-workers in an office environment. She admits she gets a little lonely during the day, so she goes to a local coffee shop to work.

New Jersey's Ranking In Best States For Remote Work

WalletHub is out with its annual report on the Best States for Working from Home.

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The study took into account several factors, including the percentage of people working remotely, internet costs, cybersecurity, home size, and household crowding.

How does New Jersey compare?

We came in 6th overall, but 2nd for work environment, with a total score of 65.31 compared to the #1 state, Utah, which had a total score of 70.07.

1. Utah
2. Delaware
3. Connecticut
4. Maryland
5. Massachusetts
6. New Jersey
7. Rhode Island
8. Washington
9. Virginia
10. North Carolina

It's all about finding what works best for you. For many, a mix of home and office time offers a good balance.