25. Virginia
Cost of living index: 100.2
Annual mean wage: $66,670
Hourly mean wage: $32.05
Number of employees: 63,820
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Cost of living index: 100.2
Annual mean wage: $66,670
Hourly mean wage: $32.05
Number of employees: 63,820
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