Do hiring managers prefer local candidates?

I don't want to narrow my (tech) job search to my area, since I can both work remotely and consider relocating. I understand why a company might prefer local candidates, though. Are there any tips to getting responses from hiring managers in other areas? They will know where I am located by my contact information and recent employers on my resume.

Rosita2008-06-19T09:31:00Z

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I've never seen location to be a problem. They usually ask whether you would be willing to travel.

gglauber172008-06-19T16:32:22Z

Before 2003 you might have had a better chance with your address. but now when we are hiring we just look for the best candidate at the lowest salary. getting the most for your money is the most important thing that we are looking for.

Jay L2008-06-19T16:31:07Z

as hard as good tech people are to find, I would not let that be an issue for sending a resume in

I sure don't

Amir A2008-06-19T16:31:33Z

no they perfere skilled people and stuff but its a nice add on to live close to your job