Tulsa Remote Program: What It Is and How to Participate
The Tulsa Remote Program offers $10,000 in grants and a monthly stipend to remote workers who relocate to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Learn the requirements, how to apply, and what the program covers.
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Introduction
The Tulsa Remote Program is a relocation incentive run by the George Kaiser Family Foundation that pays remote workers and self-employed individuals $10,000 in grants and a monthly stipend to move to Tulsa, Oklahoma for at least 12 months. The program also includes office space access and community perks. Acceptance is competitive — the program accepts roughly 3% of applicants.
What is the Tulsa Remote Program?
The Tulsa Remote Program is a recruitment initiative founded by the George Kaiser Family Foundation designed to attract remote workers and self-employed professionals to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Approved participants receive $10,000 — split between a relocation grant and a monthly living stipend — along with access to coworking space and a local community network, in exchange for committing to live in Tulsa for at least 12 months.
Since launching in 2018, the program has brought over 2,000 remote workers and entrepreneurs to the city and contributed an estimated $62 million to the local economy. It's one of the more established place-based incentive programs in the country, and the $10,000 figure is a real cash benefit — not a tax credit or a reimbursement you have to chase down.
Does Tulsa Remote have a minimum income requirement?
The Tulsa Remote Program matters to remote workers and self-employed entrepreneurs because it converts a relocation decision into a funded opportunity. Most people who move cities absorb the cost themselves. This program offsets that cost with $10,000 in direct financial support, plus infrastructure — coworking space, a peer network, and community programming — that can be hard to build from scratch in a new city.
For entrepreneurs who are already location-independent, Tulsa offers a lower cost of living than most major metros, which means the $10,000 goes further than it would in a city like San Francisco or New York. The program has also created nearly 200 new full-time jobs and supports another 592 jobs in Tulsa — which signals a real business community forming around it, not just a one-time incentive.
How to participate in Tulsa Remote
To participate in Tulsa Remote, you need to meet the eligibility requirements, submit an application, and — if accepted — relocate to Tulsa within the timeframe the program specifies. The acceptance rate is around 3%, so the application itself deserves real attention.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible for Tulsa Remote, you need to meet all of the following criteria:
- Be 18 or older
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Currently work remotely or be self-employed outside the state of Oklahoma
- Be willing to relocate to Tulsa for a minimum of 12 months
The program does not publish a minimum income requirement. What it looks for is evidence that you can sustain remote work or self-employment — meaning your income doesn't depend on being physically present in a specific location. If you're on an H-1B visa or have recently moved to Tulsa already, you're not eligible.
What participants receive
- $10,000 total — split between a relocation grant and a monthly living stipend paid over the first year
- Access to a coworking space in Tulsa
- A community network of other Tulsa Remote participants
- Local programming and events designed to help you build roots in the city
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the Tulsa Remote website at tulsaremote.com. The program reviews applications on a rolling basis, though cohort timing and open application windows can vary. Check the official site for current application status before applying — the program has paused and reopened intake periods in the past.
Once accepted, you have 12 months to make the move. The program is competitive enough that a strong application — one that clearly explains your remote work setup and why you're genuinely interested in Tulsa — makes a real difference.
FAQ
No. Tulsa Remote does not publish a minimum income requirement. The program looks for applicants who can demonstrate they work remotely or are self-employed in a way that isn't tied to a specific location. There's no stated salary floor, but you'll need to show your work is genuinely location-independent.
No. The program doesn't set a minimum salary threshold. What matters is that your income comes from remote work or self-employment outside Oklahoma — not how much you earn. Check the official Tulsa Remote website for any updates to eligibility criteria, as program requirements can change between cohorts.
You have 12 months to relocate to Tulsa after being accepted into the program. The program requires you to live in Tulsa for at least 12 months once you arrive.
No. The program is designed to recruit people who are currently living outside Oklahoma. If you've already relocated to Tulsa, you don't meet the eligibility criteria.
No. Tulsa Remote requires applicants to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. H-1B visa holders don't meet the eligibility requirements.
It depends. The program requires that you currently work remotely or are self-employed. If your current role requires you to be physically present at a specific location, you wouldn't meet the eligibility criteria. If you can work from anywhere — or plan to transition to remote work before applying — check the current requirements on the Tulsa Remote website.
No income requirement has been published for 2026. The program has not historically set a minimum income threshold. That said, program details — including eligibility criteria and application windows — can change between cohorts. Check tulsaremote.com directly for the most current requirements before applying.
