14. Delaware
Cost of living index: 102.6
Annual mean wage: $132,650
Hourly mean wage: $63.77
Number of employees: 120
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Cost of living index: 102.6
Annual mean wage: $132,650
Hourly mean wage: $63.77
Number of employees: 120
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