10. New Hampshire
Population: 1,356,458
Capital: Concord
Percent holding advanced degrees: 14.3 percent
Median household income: $71,305
New Hampshire
Attributed as the center of economies now allocated to history, New Hampshire has gone from cobbling and textile manufacture to the manufacture of electric and high tech machinery.
This move has created a massive industry requiring highly educated individuals from a multitude of disciplines.
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard further adds to the already notable list of employment opportunities for those holding advanced degrees. That’s one of the largest employers in the coastal region and is now known for the design and engineering of cutting edge submarines and related technology.
9. Colorado
Population: 5,695,564
Capital: Denver
Percent holding advanced degrees: 15.2
Median household income: $65,458
Colorado
What sets Colorado apart is its natural beauty and space for expansion. Offering wealth in soil, minerals and water, it is no surprise the state’s economy has been growing exponentially.
Among neighboring states, Colorado boasts nearly half of all employment opportunities in the manufacturing sector.
Added to that, Colorado hosts popular ski resorts and tourist attractions, leading to continued growth in the tourism sector, with continual growth in employment opportunities. Furthermore, the Denver area is a powerhouse of medical information sciences and data processing.
