Is remote work now worth more than a raise for America’s workforce?
A 2025 survey by FlexJobs of over 2,000 US professionals reveals a decisive shift in workplace priorities, with remote work outranking salary as the top factor in career decisions. Nearly 69% have reconsidered their careers, and one-third have quit or weighed quitting, citing toxic culture, poor balance, and rigid return-to-office mandates as key triggers.
A 2025 survey by FlexJobs of over 2,000 US professionals reveals a decisive shift in workplace priorities, with remote work outranking salary as the top factor in career decisions. Nearly 69% have reconsidered their careers, and one-third have quit or weighed quitting, citing toxic culture, poor balance, and rigid return-to-office mandates as key triggers.
