The Largest Employer in Every State

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March 17, 2017 6:00 am

Last Updated: January 12, 2020 1:53 pm

Source: courtesy of Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

26. Montana
> Largest employer: Wal-Mart
> Employee headcount: 4,776
> Industry: Retailers

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27. Nebraska
> Largest employer: University of Nebraska
> Employee headcount: 16,157
> Industry: Public universities

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28. Nevada
> Largest employer: MGM Resorts International
> Employee headcount: 55,200
> Industry: Casino hotel

Source: courtesy of Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

29. New Hampshire
> Largest employer: Wal-Mart
> Employee headcount: 8,284
> Industry: Retailers

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30. New Jersey
> Largest employer: Wakefern Food Corporation
> Employee headcount: 35,000
> Industry: Supermarkets

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