5. Missouri
Annual median wage: $88,380
Cost of living: 90.8
Employment: 250
If you think those wages are too low for economists, look closer on their cost of living rates. Missouri, the number 5 in our list of best states for economists is one of America’s cheapest state to live in, where everything is generally more affordable than in other places in the country. If you really think about it, even the most meager wages could definitely be enough to live in Missouri. Another great thing about the state is that it usually has great employment rates for various jobs.
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