99.94%
The top one percent of the population holds ninety to ninety-five percent of the wealth in the US.
The percentage of the rich class can vary significantly depending on the country and the criteria used to define "rich." In many developed countries, the top 1% or top 10% of income earners are often considered part of the wealthy class. In the U.S., for instance, the top 10% of households hold a substantial portion of the nation's wealth, while in other nations, the figures may differ. Overall, the rich class typically constitutes a small percentage of the total population.
This is always changing. See the Forbes 500 for a list of the wealthiest people.
well, to convert a fraction as a percent divide the top number by the bottom number,then multiply the result by 100and add the percentage sign (%)
To work out a percentage - divide the top number by the bottom e.g. 4 / 25 = 0.16. then times the answer by 1000.16 x 100 = 16(%)
To determine if you are in the top 1 percent of wealth, you would need to compare your wealth to the global or national wealth distribution. If your wealth is higher than 99 of the population, then you would be considered in the top 1 percent.
As of recent data, the top 20 percent of households in the United States own approximately 70 percent of the nation's wealth. This concentration of wealth highlights significant economic inequality, with the wealthiest individuals holding a disproportionate share compared to the bottom 80 percent, who collectively own a much smaller percentage of total wealth. This disparity has been a focal point in discussions about economic policy and social equity.
The top one percent of the population holds ninety to ninety-five percent of the wealth in the US.
According to Wikipedia (U.S. Distribution of Wealth, 2007) It was about 62% in 2007--looking at the pie chart.
The top one percent of the population holds ninety to ninety-five percent of the wealth in the US.
The top 1% of the wealthiest Americans control about 40% of the country's wealth. This disparity in wealth distribution has been a topic of debate, especially in discussions about income inequality and economic opportunities.
Four Percent
This is always changing. See the Forbes 500 for a list of the wealthiest people.
In 2008, the top 10% pay 69.94% of America's tax burden.
As of 2011 about 40 percent.
well, to convert a fraction as a percent divide the top number by the bottom number,then multiply the result by 100and add the percentage sign (%)
Turn it into an improper fraction. Then take the top number and divide it by the bottom for a decimal. Change that into a percent.