16. Tennessee
Annual median wage: $70,320
Cost of living: 89.8
Employment: 1,210
Working in Tennessee is always a good idea because of the mild weather, the opportunities, and of course, their ideal cost of living expenses. Even the lowest wages would probably be able to sustain a decent living in this state. No need to spend a big amount from your salary to rent somewhere comfortable and eat three times a day. This state could make you feel like you’re earning so much more because you’ll be spending so much little.

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