Places like New York City, Boston, Washington, D.C., and other large cities are popular destinations for young professionals. And for a good reason: Better job prospects there generally outweigh the high cost of living.

How much would it take for smaller, more rural destinations to balance the equation? What if, as a remote worker capable of serving your out-of-state employer from afar, an abundance of open jobs where you live wasn’t such a concern?

We found nearly a dozen places across the U.S., plus one in Canada, that are using creative incentives – from down payments on homes to student-loan reimbursements and more – to attract and keep residents and workers. So, tell us… would you take the deal?