For
Cities have more companies and professional networks.
Against
Remote work makes location less important.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“I think proximity to cities is kind of an important part of this career, otherwise the opportunities to work are too limited.”
“NYC may be expensive but at least there’s Wall Street, big tech, investment banking, and mass media.”
“I don’t quite pull in that salary, but yes, full remote and get to live anywhere in the states.”
“I moved from one country to another, so remote work has been helpful since I didn't have to look for a new job.”