Escape the Rush, Embrace Connection: Welcome Home to Perry County, Voted One of America’s Most Welcoming Places!

Stop dreaming about finding your perfect community – we believe it’s right here!

We are bursting with pride and excitement to announce that Perry County, Indiana, has been named one of the Most Welcoming Places in the U.S. for 2024 by the renowned relocation experts at MakeMyMove.com!

Most welcoming places to move in 2024, featuring Make My Moves award badge.

This incredible honor goes beyond our beautiful Ohio River views and the stunning Hoosier National Forest surrounding us.

It recognizes our deep, community-wide commitment to not just welcoming newcomers, but truly embracing them and helping them feel instantly connected and valued.

And because we genuinely want you, our fellow remote workers, to join us, we’re offering an astounding incentive package worth over $9,200, including $7,000 in cash, to qualifying individuals ready to call Perry County home!

What Makes Our Welcome So Special? It's Our People.

Kids enjoying summer fun with snacks and laughter outdoors.

MakeMyMove identifies communities where existing residents are the heart of the welcome. Here in Perry County, that’s exactly our strength.

Our very own Shiraz Mukarram, Marketing and Special Initiatives Manager at Perry County Development Corporation (PCDC), knows this firsthand:

"It really boils down to the warm welcome they receive from the local community members."
Shiraz Mukarram, Marketing & Special Initiatives Manager at Perry County Development Corporation
Shiraz Mukarram
Marketing and Special Initiatives Manager, PCDC

When you move here, you’ll find neighbors eager to share their favorite spots, community leaders ready to help you connect, and a genuine spirit of camaraderie that defines Perry County.

Building Connections: Why People Choose to Stay

We understand that moving is just the first step. Feeling truly connected is what makes a place feel like home for the long haul. That’s why we prioritize building real relationships. Shiraz Mukarram highlights why this is so crucial:

"Making those personal connections is really what drives people to feel like they belong in a place, and that’s what ultimately makes them stay."
Shiraz Mukarram, Marketing & Special Initiatives Manager at Perry County Development Corporation
Shiraz Mukarram
Marketing and Special Initiatives Manager, PCDC

Our focus is on helping you quickly weave yourself into the fabric of our community, build your network, find your passions, and feel like you belong right from the start.

Family enjoying a summer day together, smiling outdoors with a picnic basket.
Thriving in Perry County! Candace and her family, who moved from Virginia in 2023, have embraced our welcoming community and found a true sense of belonging. (Photo: Shiraz Mukarram)

Addressing Your Concerns: Belonging and Diversity in Perry County

We know that moving somewhere new can bring questions, especially about fitting in. We want to address those concerns openly. Shiraz Mukarram shares her personal experience and our community’s commitment:

"Sometimes movers hesitate before asking me, ‘Do you know how many people like us live in your town?’” Shiraz shares. “I tell them, I’m a person of color, and I have never felt unwelcome here. We have a growing, diverse community, and you won’t be alone. As an immigrant myself, I understand the emotions tied to moving somewhere unfamiliar. That’s why I make sure every new resident feels like they have someone in their corner from day one."
Shiraz Mukarram, Marketing & Special Initiatives Manager at Perry County Development Corporation
Shiraz Mukarram
Marketing and Special Initiatives Manager, PCDC
This is our promise to you: we are building an inclusive community where everyone is welcome, supported, and has an advocate from the moment they arrive.

We're Actively Investing to Welcome You to Perry County!

We aren’t just saying “welcome” – we are actively investing in people like you who are seeking this kind of life. We understand the leap it takes to move, and we want to help make it possible. As Shiraz Mukarram observed:

"These communities are rolling out the welcome mat in ways we’ve never seen before."
Shiraz Mukarram, Marketing & Special Initiatives Manager at Perry County Development Corporation
Shiraz Mukarram
Marketing and Special Initiatives Manager, PCDC

And our welcome mat is one of the best! We’re offering an incredible incentive package through MakeMyMove, with a total estimated value of over $9,200!

Here’s the amazing bundle we’ve put together for you, our future remote-working neighbors:

  • $7,000 Relocation Cash: Receive $7,000 directly to ease your moving costs and help you quickly establish your new home base right here in Perry County.
  • 3 Months Free High-Speed Fiber Internet: Work seamlessly from your new home and stay connected with 3 free months of PSC Fiber Broadband (including free installation) – essential for remote careers and modern living.
  • Free Gym Memberships to Stay Active & Connect: Enjoy a full year free at Everbody’s Fun and Fitness Gym plus a free month for your whole family at New Directions Fitness Center. It’s a fantastic way to meet people and prioritize your well-being in your new community!
  • Complimentary Salt Room Relaxation Session: Unwind and de-stress from your move with a free, soothing session at The Salt Room – our treat to help you settle in peacefully.
  • Tickets to a Farm-to-Table Dinner: Experience the delicious taste of local Perry County cuisine and connect with your new neighbors with complimentary tickets to one of our popular Farm-to-Table community events.
  • Your Choice of a Local Winery Getaway: Experience true Hoosier hospitality and enjoy our beautiful scenery! Choose between a delightful package at Blue Heron Winery (includes a 1-night stay, tasting, and charcuterie board) OR Bottom of the Barrel Winery (includes a 1-night stay, tasting, and hydromassages).
  • Curated Welcome Basket: Receive a basket filled with hand-picked local goodies – our warm Perry County welcome gift to make you feel instantly at home and give you a taste of the region.
  • Free Fireplace Upgrade (for New Home Builders): Planning to build your dream home here? Make it even cozier from the start with a complimentary fireplace upgrade, offered through our participating local builders.

This entire package, valued at over $9,200, is our tangible handshake – our commitment to showing you how much we want you here and supporting your transition into our community.

(Eligibility requirements apply, including earning $50k+ annually, being able to move your full-time remote job or self-employment, currently residing outside Indiana, and relocating within 6 months. Please verify all details and terms on the MakeMyMove website.)

Why Choose Perry County? It's Simple.

Choosing Perry County means choosing:

  • To live in one of the nation’s “Most Welcoming Places” – we live up to the title!

  • An inclusive community committed to connection and belonging for everyone.

  • An unbeatable $9,200+  relocation package featuring $7,000 in cash.

  • Refreshing affordability that lets you live better.

  • Breathtaking natural beauty – the Ohio River and Hoosier National Forest are your playground.

  • The safety, charm, and connection of small-town living with easy city access.

Aerial view of a river flowing past a charming riverside town and lush green fields.

Ready to Feel the Welcome and Claim Your Incredible Incentive Package?

Don’t wait to become part of a community that truly invests in its people, especially our valued remote workers.

Come find your place. Come find your peace. Come find your home, right here in Perry County. 

Explore the full details of the Perry County relocation incentive package and see if you qualify.

Have specific questions about schools, neighborhoods, getting settled, or anything else about moving to Perry County?

Get real answers from someone who knows! Shiraz Mukarram is dedicated to helping potential new residents like you and is ready to share his local knowledge.
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