What are some of the best states to work in?

Question

I'm a freshman sec.ed./history major and I'm starting to look at the outlook of positions for my focus subject. I'd love to stay in the mid-atlantic region close to my folks though, like NY, PA, MD, OH, VA, DE, NJ and maybe WV. If there are any other really good places let me know with maybe a website link to the outlook site for the state. My question is mostly concerned with factors such as salary, benefits, environment, tuition rembursemesnt, etc. I'd really appreciate any and all advice from those who have already suffered through this.

Answer 1

Based on average salary;

1. New York
2. California
3. Pennsylvania
4. Texas
5. Florida

But when you take into account the cost of living for these states, you could expect to "make" the most money in Pennsylvania.

Good Luck....

Answer 2

I LOVE teaching in NJ and I have to leave PA every morning to do so!