Yes, amongst any group of people - in the world, continent, country, region, city, etc, there will be 2% who earn more than the others and these will be the top 2 percent of earners.
The top 2% spend ~ 65% while the top 20% spend ~ 80%. The spending habits of the top 2% have been dramatically reduced over the past 24 months by as much as 75%. You know what rolls down the hill. Our retail, commercial, and industrial entities have been hit very hard contributing to decreased income, increased layoffs.
The answer depends on where in the world and over what period. 250000 Japanese yen would be equivalent to 2330 USD. On a daily basis that would put you in the top 20% but certainly not on an annual basis.
The top 10 percent of income earners in the United States typically have an annual income of around $200,000 or more, though this figure can vary based on location and economic conditions. In some high-cost areas, the threshold may be significantly higher. This group includes a diverse range of professionals, including executives, high-skilled workers, and successful entrepreneurs. Overall, their income represents a substantial portion of total national earnings, contributing to income inequality discussions.
2 percent of 156,000 is 3,120.
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The top 2% of wage earners are those earning approximately $225,000 per year or more. Don't let them fool you into thinking it's only millionaires and billionaires. It's not.
Yes, there will be top 3% of earners in America as well as in any other continent, country, region or city.
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In Canada, pretty much anyone earning over $100,000 is in the top 5 to 10 % of income earners. Statistics Canada data will bear this out.
£42,871 a year
As of recent estimates, the top 2 percent of earners in the U.S. typically have a net worth of around $2 million or more. This group includes high-income earners and individuals with significant investments and assets. The exact figures can fluctuate based on economic conditions and market performance, but this threshold often highlights substantial wealth accumulation compared to the average American.
As of this year the top twenty percent of income in the United States is "a household income of just over $100,000. The top 10 percent of earners have a household income of more than $148,687."