20. New Mexico
Annual median wage: $116,160
Cost of living: 95.7
Employment: 80
In a hindsight, perhaps the reason why New Mexico pays the second highest annual median wage to chemical engineers is because they do not have that much employment in the said industry, so far. Needless to say, chemical engineers in New Mexico sure have among the best balance in their wages and spendings. Look closely at their cost of living rates, and you’ll understand. Now, let’s see what’s next on our list of best states for chemical engineers.
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