20. Connecticut
Annual median wage: $69,500
Cost of living: 130.7
Employment: 120
Connecticut is known in America as a pretty expensive state, so it is no wonder they have really expensive cost of living rates on file. Rents and mortgage rates, as well as food and other basic needs tend to be really pricey on this side of the country. The good thing about Connecticut is how well they pay their workers. They have wages for epidemiologists that are around the average, and really impressive employment rates as well. Cost of living aside, this state sure is among the best ones for you.
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