Coastal States and Select Fields Offer Highest Salaries, But Affordable Cities on the Rise for 6-Figure Jobs
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High-paying jobs are concentrated in certain fields like medicine and engineering, and in coastal states like CA, MA, MD, and NY.
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Salaries are rising across the country, with 6-figure jobs more than tripling in some states.
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New York has very high salaries but also a high cost of living. Jobs in finance, business, and marketing often pay over $100K.
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Washington DC is a hub for government, education, healthcare, and more. Fortune 500 companies are headquartered there.
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Denver has a diverse economy and high average salaries compared to its cost of living. It offers a potential work-life balance.