One in 10 workers now identify as digital nomads, according to a 2024 report from MBO Partners.
Even after many companies have implemented return to office policies following the pandemic, 18.1 million Americans say they’re digital nomads. That’s an increase of 4.7% compared to 2023 and a 147% increase since 2019.
Most digital nomads are younger, with 26% of Gen Z and 38% of Millennials identifying as digital nomads. But 14% of digital nomads in the United States are 55 or older.
Nomads are a mix of full-time and part-time employees, and their incomes vary considerably. About 17% report income of less than $25,000 annually, but 36% say their household income is $75,000 or more. They tend to be more satisfied with their work than non-nomads. Nearly 80% say they’re highly satisfied with their jobs, compared to just 64% of all workers.
According to the report, 40% of digital nomads say they plan on spending more time in the United States in 2025, and many plan to travel to fewer places. Traveling less, with longer stays in each city, is called “slomading” and is on the rise.
Digital nomads have unique insurance as well as lifestyle needs. Coworking Mag recently analyzed 75 cities and ranked the top 15 places for digital nomads. Rankings were based on key factors, including cost, co-working space prices and availability, walkability, and entertainment options.
The slideshow above highlights the top 15 cities for digital nomads as ranked by Coworking Mag.
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