Unadjusted Pay Gap16.7%Difference relative to male earnings
Women earn
83 cents
for every $1 men earn
Overview
Pay gap measures earnings difference between groups. Typically expressed as minority/women earnings as percentage of majority/men. Gap varies by industry, role, and experience.
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Pro Tips
Compare same roles, experience, and education.
Consider total compensation, not just salary.
Negotiation can reduce individual gap.
Pay transparency laws help identify disparities.
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Fun Facts
"US women earn ~82 cents per dollar men earn."
"Gap wider for women of color (~70 cents)."
"Equal Pay Act of 1963 prohibits discrimination."
"Lifetime earnings gap: $400,000+ for college grads."
Formula: Pay Gap = (Group A - Group B) / Group A × 100%
