Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health. This recognition places Raleigh among the top-tier cities, trailing only Minneapolis, MN; St. Paul, MN; and Omaha, NE.
Several key factors helped Raleigh earn its high ranking. First and foremost is the city’s strong embrace of remote work. According to the report, 23.4% of Raleigh’s workforce operates remotely. This figure is the 15th highest of the 100 cities evaluated.
Coupled with an average income of $82,4000 and a cost of living index of 97.2, residents in Raleigh are easily able to balance work and life, according to the report. Additionally, commute times contribute to Raleigh’s overall appeal. The average one-way commute for those working in the office was found to be 23.4 minutes.
The city also ranks high in access to green space, with 22.3 acres of land per 1,000 residents…