10. New Hampshire
Cost of living index: 119.2
Average annual wage: $94,220
Average hourly wage: $45.29
Number of employees: 60
The cost of living here is a bit high, but it balances out nicely with that high average salary.
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Cost of living index: 119.2
Average annual wage: $94,220
Average hourly wage: $45.29
Number of employees: 60
The cost of living here is a bit high, but it balances out nicely with that high average salary.
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