25. New Mexico
Cost of living index: 95.7
Annual mean wage: $78,540
Hourly mean wage: $37.75
Number of employees: 670
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Cost of living index: 95.7
Annual mean wage: $78,540
Hourly mean wage: $37.75
Number of employees: 670
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