22. New Jersey
Cost of living index: 121
Annual mean wage: $80,370
Hourly mean wage: $38.63
Number of employees: 520
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Cost of living index: 121
Annual mean wage: $80,370
Hourly mean wage: $38.63
Number of employees: 520
Copyright: nexusplexus / 123RF Stock Photo