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Layoffs have been rampant across sectors, with tech companies and media being dealt the brunt of the blow.
Economic uncertainty fills the air, causing some employers to implement hiring freezes.
And then youve got the whole artificial intelligence thing.
Adding to the frustration of job seekers is the knowledge of competition, particularly for high-paying positions.
You may be wondering whether location doesnt play somewhat of a factor.
Do some cities see less competition for high-paying jobs than others?
Some you may have never heard of.
Also see 10 industries across the U.S. with the most open job opportunities.
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Around 107,000 people live in Green Bay, according to Data USA.
The cost of living here is 10% lower than the national average, according to PayScale.
Toledo, Ohio
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 270,871 people lived in Toledo in 2020.
The cost of living here is 5.6% lower than the national average, according to Salary.com.
The cost of living here is 7% lower than the national average, according to PayScale.
Davenport, Iowa
World Population Reviewreports that in 2024, Davenport has a population of nearly 100,000.
The cost of living here is 3% lower than the national average, according to PayScale.
The cost of living in Fargo is 2% lower than the national average, according to RentCafe.
Bismarck, North Dakota
The current population of Bismarck is 75,541, according to World Population Review.
The cost of living here is on par with the national average, according to PayScale.
The cost of living here is 3% lower than the national average, according to RentCafe.
The cost of living here is 7% lower than the national average, per PayScale.
Olathe, Kansas
The current population of Olathe is 149,419, according to World Population Review.
The cost of living here is 2.6% lower than the national average, according to Salary.com.
Laredo, Texas
The current population of Laredo is 258,306, according to World Population Review.
The cost of living here is 15.7% lower than the national average, according to PayScale.
Dover, New Hampshire
Dover has a 2024 population of 33,721, according to World Population Review.
The cost of living here is 16.3% higher than the national average, according to Salary.com.
According to Salary.com, the cost of living here is 1.3% lower than the national average.
The cost of living here is 1.3% lower than the national average, according to Salary.com.
The cost of living here is steep 24.1% higher than the national average, according to Salary.com.
The cost of living here is 2% higher than the national average, according to Salary.com.
Nampa, Idaho
Nampa has a 2024 population of 118,587, according to World Population Review.
The cost of living here is 0.2% higher than the national average, according to Salary.com.
Parkersburg, West Virginia
The current population of Parkersburg is 28,812, according to World Population Review.
The cost of living here is 7.2% lower than the national average, according to Salary.com.
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