21. Arizona
Cost of living index: 98.1
Average annual wage: $119,600
Average hourly wage: 57.5
Number of employees: 6,000
Arizona is offering not only great living conditions but working as well–plus tons of iced tea in tall boy cans. The cost of living index is a little higher compared to Illinois, but the salary is also higher which means you will still cover all of your living expenses and you can enjoy every adventure Arizona has for you.
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