25. Alaska
Cost of Living Index: 131.6
Hourly wage: $27.62
Employment: 770
The last place on the list is Alaska. You might think there is a small risk of fire because there is a lot of snow and it is very cold. However, there was a large fire in Anchorage just this month. You never know though–maybe you also have to fight off polar bears to get to your truck?
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