9. Kentucky
Cost of living index: 90.8
Annual mean wage: $69,170
Hourly mean wage: $33.25
Number of employees: 50
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Cost of living index: 90.8
Annual mean wage: $69,170
Hourly mean wage: $33.25
Number of employees: 50
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