Best Counties for Remote Workers in Connecticut 2026
9 counties ranked by cost of living, income, safety, and disaster resilience.
All 9 Remote-Work-Ranked Counties in Connecticut
| Rank | County | Persona Score | Overall Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 59 | 53.5 |
| 2 | Northwest Hills Planning Region, CT | 55 | 48.8 |
| 3 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 46 | 41.5 |
| 4 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, CT | 46 | 42.2 |
| 5 | Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 42 | 38.3 |
| 6 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT | 38 | 32.8 |
| 7 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT | 37 | 28.4 |
| 8 | Capitol Planning Region, CT | 36 | 30.9 |
| 9 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 32 | 28.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best county for remote workers in Connecticut?
Based on our analysis of cost of living, income, safety, and disaster risk, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region ranks as the top remote work county in Connecticut with a remote worker score of 59.
How many counties in Connecticut are ranked for remote workers?
We rank 9 counties in Connecticut for remote work suitability, scoring each on cost of living (30%), income (30%), safety (25%), and disaster risk (15%).
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Data: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, FBI UCR, CDC, FEMA NRI, NCES, EPA SDWIS, 2019-2023 ACS — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.