Figure J
Real average wage growth, workers with a bachelor’s degree, 1996–2000 and 2015–2019
| ’ | 1996–2000 | 2015–2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 12.5% | 5.3% |
| Women | 11.5% | 3.9% |
| White | 12.4% | 4.8% |
| Black | 12.8% | -0.7% |
Note: Black and white are both non-Hispanic.
Source: Economic Policy Institute (EPI). 2020. Current Population Survey Extracts, Version 1.0.4, https://microdata.epi.org.
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