Best Mississippi Places for Remote Workers

The best Mississippi places for remote workers are the college towns of Oxford, Starkville and Hattiesburg, the capital city of Jackson, the DeSoto County suburbs south of Memphis (Hernando, Olive Branch, Southaven and Horn Lake), and the Gulf Coast cities of Gulfport and Biloxi. Smaller towns such as Tupelo, Meridian, Pontotoc and Senatobia suit remote workers who want a quieter pace. Mississippi had one of the lowest costs of living in the country in 2026, so a remote salary goes further here, but internet service still varies from street to street, so check the address before you sign a lease. If one of these towns fits, Spyder’s Oxford-based long-distance movers can get you there. This guide covers each town, plus what digital nomads and young professionals should check before they choose.

Which Mississippi towns are best for working remotely?

The right town depends on what you want outside work hours: a college-town social life, quick access to Memphis, a capital city, or a beach. The table below compares the main options.

What should remote workers look for in a Mississippi town?

Before you compare individual towns, decide which of these factors matter most to you. They make the biggest difference to daily life when moving to Mississippi for remote work:

• Internet at the exact address: Fiber and cable are common in cities and suburbs, but rural roads just outside town may only have fixed wireless or satellite. Always check the specific address, not just the town.
• Cost of living: Housing is where Mississippi saves you the most money, so a remote salary from a higher-cost state stretches further.
• Travel access: If you fly to meetings, being an hour or less from Memphis, Jackson or Gulfport-Biloxi saves a lot of time.
• Community and places to work: College towns have more coffee shops, libraries and events, which helps if you work alone all day.
• Healthcare and daily amenities: Larger towns have hospitals and specialists, while smaller ones may rely on a regional hospital nearby.

Spyder Moving and Storage serves towns across the state, and you can see every area on the Spyder Moving and Storage Mississippi page.

Best Mississippi places for remote workers, town by town

Each of the towns below has something specific to offer remote workers. They are grouped from the larger cities to the smaller towns.

Jackson: The capital city with the most to do

Jackson is the state capital and Mississippi’s largest city, so it has the widest choice of housing, restaurants and events. Neighborhoods such as Fondren and Belhaven have independent coffee shops and a walkable feel, and the city is home to Jackson State University, Millsaps College, Belhaven University and the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

After work, the Mississippi Museum of Art and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum are two of the state’s major museums, both a short drive from most neighborhoods. Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport is in the metro area, which helps if you travel for work. Check water service and safety for the specific block before you sign a lease. If you choose Jackson, movers Jackson MS from Spyder can handle the move.

Hernando: Small-town community in DeSoto County

Hernando is the county seat of DeSoto County, with a historic courthouse square at its center. The Hernando Farmers Market, held on the square on Saturdays in season, and other community events make it easy to meet neighbors, which matters when your coworkers are on a screen. Memphis is a short drive north on I-55 when you need the airport, a client meeting or a night out. Movers Hernando MS from Spyder can help you relocate from anywhere in the country.

For a break from the screen, Arkabutla Lake on the DeSoto and Tate county line is good for fishing and boating. Hernando suits remote workers who want a close-knit town but still want Memphis within reach.

Olive Branch: Suburban space and quick Memphis access

Olive Branch, in the northeast corner of DeSoto County, borders Tennessee and gives you newer subdivisions, parks and a growing restaurant scene. It is a practical choice if you want more space for a home office and easy access to Memphis and Germantown. When you are ready, Spyder’s Olive Branch movers can move you in.

Hattiesburg: An affordable college town in the Pine Belt

Hattiesburg is home to the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University, which keeps the town young and gives it a busy calendar of games, concerts and arts events. It sits on I-59 between Jackson and the Gulf Coast, so a beach weekend or a trip to the capital is easy. The Longleaf Trace, a paved rail-trail that starts in Hattiesburg, is a good way to get outside after a long day of calls.

Spyder Moving and Storage has an office in Hattiesburg at 602 Adeline St, so moving help Hattiesburg MS is local. If you need somewhere to keep furniture while you find the right rental, Spyder also offers storage services.

Oxford: College-town energy and the Insight Park hub

Oxford is home to the University of Mississippi, which gives you public lectures, games and workshops, plus coffee shops that tolerate a laptop for hours. Insight Park, the university’s research park on Highway 6, has office space in its Innovation Hub for startups and small companies. Off the clock, you get the Square, a well-known food scene, live music and literary events. Oxford costs more than most small Mississippi towns, so check current rents before you commit. If you decide on it, movers Oxford MS from Spyder’s headquarters can handle the move.

Starkville: Mississippi State and a young crowd

Starkville is the home of Mississippi State University, so it is young and lively, with game days, restaurants and nightlife in the Cotton District and downtown. If you want to keep learning while you work, the university’s events and continuing-education courses are a real advantage. Golden Triangle Regional Airport is nearby for work trips. Read more about moving to Starkville MS before you decide.

Horn Lake, Southaven and Senatobia: Suburban life with Memphis next door

These towns are practical for remote workers who occasionally need Memphis International Airport, a client meeting or a night out in a bigger city. If you are open to crossing the state line, the best Tennessee cities for quality living include Germantown and Collierville on the Memphis side, and life in Arlington TN offers a similar small-town setting northeast of Memphis.

• Horn Lake is a quieter, more affordable DeSoto County suburb with parks and housing for different budgets. Spyder’s Horn Lake movers serve the area.
• Southaven is the largest city in DeSoto County, with shopping on Goodman Road, Snowden Grove Park and concerts at the BankPlus Amphitheater. Movers in Southaven MS can help if you are relocating with a family.
• Senatobia is calmer still, and Northwest Mississippi Community College brings students and events to a small town that is still an easy drive from Memphis.

Tupelo: Music history and a community feel

Tupelo, the birthplace of Elvis Presley, has a strong music and history culture, a walkable downtown and a regional hospital. It suits remote workers who want a town with personality while keeping living expenses manageable. Moving companies from Tupelo MS can get you set up quickly.

Pontotoc: A quiet base for remote work

Pontotoc, west of Tupelo, is for remote workers who want quiet. The town is small and easy on the wallet, and the Tanglefoot Trail, a rail-trail for walking and biking, runs through it. Check internet options carefully if you look at homes outside town. If this is your choice, movers Pontotoc MS can help you move into your new home.

Gulfport and Biloxi: Coastal living for digital nomads

If you want the beach after your last call, head to the Gulf Coast. Gulfport and Biloxi sit side by side along U.S. 90 and the beach, with cafes, seafood restaurants, casinos and nightlife. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport makes travel easy. Plan for hurricane season and flood insurance when you compare rents near the water. Spyder’s Gulfport movers and Biloxi movers cover the coast.

Meridian: History and a slower pace

Meridian pairs a historic downtown and the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) with some of the lower housing costs on this list. Mississippi State University-Meridian and Meridian Community College offer classes if you want to add a skill. The pace is slower, which many remote workers find makes it easier to focus.

How affordable is Mississippi for remote workers?

Mississippi had a cost of living index of 87.4 in the second quarter of 2026, the sixth lowest among the states (the national average is 100), according to the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center. Housing is the biggest saving, with an index of 70.8, which means rent or a mortgage usually takes a smaller share of a remote salary than in most states. Prices still vary by town: Oxford and the DeSoto County suburbs cost more than Meridian, Pontotoc or the small towns of the Delta.

Taxes help too. For tax year 2026, Mississippi taxes income at 0% on the first $10,000 and 4% above that, the general sales tax is 7%, and groceries have been taxed at 5% since July 1, 2025. For a detailed breakdown by city, see the Mississippi cost of living comparison, and when you are ready, the Mississippi moving company team at Spyder can plan your move.

How can you check internet service before you move?

Reliable internet is the one thing a remote worker cannot compromise on. Mississippi created the Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi office (BEAM) in 2022 to expand high-speed internet to unserved and underserved areas, and it manages the state’s federal broadband grants. Coverage keeps improving, but it still depends on the exact address. Before you sign a lease or buy:

1. Look up the address on the state broadband map and run a speed test through the Mississippi BEAM broadband office website.
2. Compare that with the FCC National Broadband Map, which lists the providers and advertised speeds reported for each location.
3. Ask the landlord or seller which provider serves the home now, and call that provider to confirm service and installation time.
4. Have a backup plan, such as a mobile hotspot, a coffee shop or a public library, for outages and the first days after the move.

Where can remote workers get outdoors in Mississippi?

Taking real breaks away from the screen is easier when nature is close. DeSoto National Forest in south Mississippi has hiking trails and Black Creek for paddling, Sardis Lake near Batesville is popular for boating and fishing, and rail-trails such as the Longleaf Trace in Hattiesburg and the Tanglefoot Trail in northeast Mississippi are good for a lunchtime ride.

Most of the towns on this list also have city parks with walking paths, so a short walk between calls is never far away.

What else to check before you choose a town

Once you have narrowed the list down to two or three places, compare them on the practical points that are easy to overlook while you are looking at rent and Wi-Fi speeds.

Healthcare and wellness

The larger towns on this list have hospitals and specialist clinics, while small towns may only have a clinic and rely on a regional hospital nearby. If you have ongoing medical needs, check the nearest emergency room and in-network providers before you move.

Getting around and traveling for work

Almost everywhere in Mississippi you will need a car, since public transit is limited. For remote workers, highway and airport access matter more: the Memphis-area suburbs use Memphis International Airport, Jackson has its own airport, and the Gulf Coast is served by Gulfport-Biloxi International.

Education and skill development

The university towns (Oxford, Starkville, Hattiesburg) and community-college towns such as Senatobia and Meridian offer continuing-education courses, certificates and workshops. That is a real advantage for young remote workers who want to stay competitive without relocating again. If you are moving on short notice to start a new role, packing and unpacking services can take the setup work off your plate.

Moving to a remote-friendly Mississippi town

Whether you pick a college town, a Memphis suburb, the capital or the coast, the best Mississippi places for remote workers give you lower housing costs and room for a real home office. Spyder Moving and Storage is a licensed and bonded mover with its own crews and trucks and offices in Oxford, Hattiesburg and Memphis, so we know these towns well. We handle local and long-distance moves, packing and storage. Request a free estimate or call 1-800-221-3560 to plan your move.