17. Montana
Cost of living index: 100.8
Annual mean wage: $126,530
Hourly mean wage: $60.83
Number of employees: 130
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Cost of living index: 100.8
Annual mean wage: $126,530
Hourly mean wage: $60.83
Number of employees: 130
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