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Income Percentile Explorer

See where your income stands compared to others in the United States. Compare by age group, education level, gender, race, and religion.

Your income rank

63rd percentile

You earn more than 63% of U.S. populationFor $75,000 a year · all ages

You're above 63%Earn more 38%
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  • Bottom half
    Under $55k
  • Middle 30%
    $55k–$120kYou
  • Next 15%
    $120k–$250k
  • Top 5%
    $250k and up

Estimated from 2024 U.S. Census Bureau and IRS income data updated Oct 2026 How we calculate

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Your rank by age group

Understanding Income Percentiles

Income percentiles show where your annual income stands relative to others. If you're in the 75th percentile, for example, you earn more than 75% of the comparison group and less than 25%.

Our calculator uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau and IRS Statistics of Income to provide estimates based on:

  • Age groups: Income typically increases with age and experience, peaking in middle age before declining in retirement years.
  • Education level: Higher education generally correlates with higher income potential, though individual results vary significantly.
  • Gender: Historical wage gaps exist in the data, though these are narrowing over time.

Important notes:

  • Data represents individual income, not household income.
  • Income thresholds vary by location, industry, and other factors not captured here.

How we calculate income percentiles

We compare your income to U.S. Census Bureau and IRS data to show where you stand relative to others.

  • Data sources: Percentiles are based on the most recent publicly available Census and IRS statistics for individual income.
  • Age group comparisons: Income typically increases with experience, peaking in middle age before declining in retirement. Comparing within your age group provides more relevant context.
  • Demographic filters: You can compare by education level, gender, and other demographics to see how your income ranks within similar groups.
  • Individual vs. household: These percentiles are based on individual income, not household income. Household income (combining multiple earners) would typically rank higher.

Percentiles provide a general sense of where you stand but may not reflect your exact position due to regional variations and industry differences.

Frequently Asked Questions

An income percentile shows where your income ranks compared to others. Being in the 80th percentile means you earn more than 80% of people in your comparison group.

Percentiles are estimates based on U.S. Census Bureau and IRS data. They provide a general sense of where you stand but may not reflect your exact position due to regional variations, industry differences, and data collection limitations.

Income typically increases with experience and career progression, peaking in middle age (40s-50s) before declining in retirement. Comparing within your age group provides more relevant context than comparing to all ages.

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