Figure A
Share of salaried workers covered by the salary threshold, by education, 1975 and 2013
| 1975, under the 1975 threshold ($984) | 2013, under the 2013 threshold ($455) | |
|---|---|---|
| Less than high school | 85% | 48% |
| High school | 75% | 20% |
| Some college | 65% | 15% |
| College | 51% | 6% |
| Advanced degree | 36% | 4% |
Note: A salaried worker is a worker who is paid on a regular schedule and receives a guaranteed minimum amount on each pay date regardless of hours worked.
Source: Author's analysis of Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group microdata
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