Remote Work Statistics 2025: We Analyzed 3,465 Job Listings
The State of Remote Work in 2025
Remote work isn't slowing down. To understand the current landscape, we analyzed 3,465 active remote job listings from our database. Here's what the data reveals.
Key Findings at a Glance
- 3,465 active remote positions across all industries
- Only 28.1% disclose salary ranges - transparency is still lacking
- Software Development dominates with 483 positions (14% of total)
- USA-focused roles lead with 1,226 positions (35%)
- 280 jobs (8%) are truly global - "Anywhere/Worldwide"
1. Most In-Demand Remote Job Categories
Here's the breakdown of where the opportunities are:
| Category | Number of Jobs | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Software Development | 483 | 13.9% |
| Sales / Business Development | 203 | 5.9% |
| DevOps / System Admin | 202 | 5.8% |
| Customer Service | 192 | 5.5% |
| Design (UI/UX) | 176 | 5.1% |
| Marketing | 158 | 4.6% |
| Finance / Legal | 144 | 4.2% |
| Data Analysis | 140 | 4.0% |
Key Takeaway: Software development remains the king of remote work, representing nearly 14% of all available positions. However, opportunities exist across diverse fields - from customer service to finance.
2. The Salary Transparency Problem
One of the most striking findings: only 28.1% of remote job listings disclose salary information.
- ✅ 973 jobs (28.1%) list salary ranges
- ❌ 2,492 jobs (71.9%) hide compensation details
This lack of transparency wastes job seekers' time and perpetuates pay inequality. Companies that disclose salaries upfront demonstrate respect for candidates and attract more qualified applicants.
Our recommendation: Filter for "Salary Listed" when searching to find employers committed to pay transparency.
3. Companies Hiring the Most Remote Workers
Here are the top employers actively building remote teams:
- Mercor - 194 active positions
- Capital One - 7 positions
- BruntWork - 7 positions
- Atlassian - 6 positions
- Samsara - 6 positions
- 1inch - 6 positions (crypto/DeFi)
- Monzo - 6 positions (fintech)
Interestingly, Mercor dominates with nearly 200 positions - suggesting aggressive growth in their remote-first approach.
4. Location Requirements: Where Can You Work From?
Not all "remote" jobs are created equal. Here's the geographic breakdown:
| Location Requirement | Number of Jobs | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| USA Only | 1,226 | 35.4% |
| Anywhere/Worldwide | 280 | 8.1% |
| UK Only | 121 | 3.5% |
| Europe | 108 | 3.1% |
| Canada | 95 | 2.7% |
| Other/Unspecified | 1,635 | 47.2% |
Key Insights:
- Over one-third of remote jobs require US residency (likely for legal/tax reasons)
- Only 8% are truly location-agnostic - the dream of working from anywhere isn't universal
- Digital nomads should specifically filter for "Anywhere/Worldwide" positions
- European and Canadian workers have fewer options than US-based candidates
5. Market Activity: Hiring Is Hot
All 3,465 jobs in our analysis were posted within the last 30 days, indicating robust hiring activity.
Companies are actively building remote teams across all industries. This isn't a temporary trend - remote work is now standard practice for knowledge workers.
What This Means for Job Seekers
If You're a Developer:
You're in the best position. With 483 software development roles plus 202 DevOps positions, nearly 20% of all remote jobs are in tech engineering. Focus on:
- Building projects that demonstrate remote collaboration skills
- Highlighting async communication abilities in your resume
- Targeting companies with strong remote-first cultures (Atlassian, GitLab, etc.)
If You're Not in Tech:
Don't despair. Over 2,000 non-technical remote positions exist across:
- Sales & Business Development (203 jobs)
- Customer Service (192 jobs)
- Marketing (158 jobs)
- Finance & Legal (144 jobs)
If You're Outside the USA:
Filter aggressively for "Anywhere" or your specific region. Only 8% of jobs are location-agnostic, so you'll need to be strategic about which roles you target.
The Salary Transparency Call to Action
To employers: List your salary ranges. You'll attract better candidates and save everyone time.
To job seekers: Demand transparency. Don't waste time on companies that won't disclose compensation upfront. The 28% of employers who do are signaling respect for your time.
Methodology
This analysis is based on 3,465 remote job listings aggregated from leading remote job boards including RemoteOK and Remotive. Data was collected in January 2025. All jobs were active within the 30-day collection period.
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Data accurate as of January 2025. Job counts and statistics are updated daily on No Commute Jobs.