A recent study by The Perfect Rug has analyzed the largest U.S. cities to determine the top ten most expensive city centers for remote work. Using metrics such as population data, the number of co-working spaces and cafes, average internet speeds by state, and average monthly rent prices, the study calculated an index score for each city, with higher scores indicating better conditions for remote work.
Topping the list is San Jose, California, with a score of 24.2. Despite its tech-driven environment, San Jose offers the fewest co-working spaces per capita at just 1.47, coupled with the highest coffee costs, making it the least affordable city for remote workers…