22. Arizona
Cost of Living Index: 98.1
Hourly wage: $21.74
Employment: 6,610
This state has almost the same average hourly wage as the previous states but costs of living are accessible for these amount of money you get monthly. That means that you will able to pay bills, cover necessary costs for your family and still have enough money for entertainment, traveling or something else you like to do. Maybe you should consider this state for a living.