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Starting Your Career? Here Are the Best and Worst States

Wyoming leads the list with strong entry-level job options and a favorable salary-to-cost balance.
Vermont offers many entry-level roles but has lower average pay, affecting financial plans for newcomers.
North Dakota provides steady opportunities with affordable housing for new professionals.
California remains challenging for beginners due to limited entry-level positions and high costs.
New York and Hawaii also pose affordability barriers for those starting out.
The study emphasizes cost of living and relocation costs as key factors for beginners.
Massachusetts and New York show high competition combined with moderate pay for newcomers.
South Dakota presents affordable housing and moderate job opportunities for beginners.
The analysis uses job postings data and housing metrics to rank states for entry-level workers.

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