Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
No state income tax, sunshine, beaches, and walkable downtowns built for laptop life.
1. St. Petersburg: Best overall
2. Tampa: Best for amenities
3. Orlando: Best for value and access
4. Sarasota: Best for the beach lifestyle
5. Gainesville: Best value
6. Jacksonville: Best for affordability with beaches
7. Fort Lauderdale: Best for nightlife and beaches
8. Pensacola: Best Panhandle pick
Remote workers move to Florida for no state income tax, year-round sun, and beaches a short drive from a home office. The best picks add walkable downtowns, good internet, and a real community of remote professionals. Here are the 8 best places for remote workers in Florida, ranked.