Remote  Work

Unlock a BTR work-life balance.

Work from anywhere, everywhere.

When you live and work remotely in Baton Rouge, you get a higher quality of life, a lower cost of living, and a vibrant working culture that celebrates balance. Do your thing — wherever, however, and whenever you want.

Person working on a laptop from their home office.

  • Accessible Work Spaces
    An "office" can be anything or anywhere when you're working remotely. Log on and settle in at any of the many local coffee shops, co-working spaces, and community gathering spots around town.
  • Get a Break on Your Taxes
    As part of Louisiana's commitment to welcoming talented individuals, the Digital Nomads Exemption gives remote workers an income tax exemption of 50% on their gross wages for up to two years.
  • A Connected Community
    Just because you're working remotely doesn't mean you're alone. Join 30,000+ fellow BTR citizens (and counting!) who've traded a commute for a community.
  • Culture Around Every Corner
    Grab a bite between meetings, send emails from happy hour, or take a meeting in the park. Being untethered in a vibrant southern city gives you access to a host of beautiful, delicious perks.

Curious about remote life in BTR?

Unlock Local Resources

Plug in and stay productive.

From cozy coffee shops to collaborative co-working spaces, our great city is full of remote-friendly spots. Get some work done, take a meeting, and enjoy the day from these local hangouts.

Creative Bloc

Creative Bloc offers a convenient, turnkey co-working solution for small businesses that want to avoid the headache of building lease management and office maintenance and just focus on the work.

Creative Bloc
City Roots

City Roots is a neighborhood coffee roaster and café that specializes in small-batch roasting and handcrafted coffee beverages.

City Roots
Social Coffee

Initially started as a coffee cart, Social Coffee is located in downtown Baton Rouge. At only 900 square feet, this coffee shop is a cozy yet modern space to enjoy friends, coffee, and light food items.

Social Coffee
Light House Coffee

Light House Coffee provides an inviting space to sip on a cup of specialty coffee or other beverage of choice. This shop not only selects roasters who source their beans directly but is also intentional about hiring and training, providing opportunities for displaced people in the city.

Light House Coffee
French Truck

French Truck Coffee is a local premier craft coffee roaster that prides itself on only roasting to order, ensuring freshness and a premium product.

French Truck

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