Figure A
Most wage gains went to workers in the top 20% in California, 1988–2019
California average per hour wages in real 2019 dollars for bottom 20, middle 60, and top 20 percent, 1998 and 2018
| 1998 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom 20 percent | $8.79 | $10.95 |
| Middle 60 percent | $19.62 | $22.54 |
| Top 20 percent | $51.20 | $71.58 |
Percent change
| Percent change | |
|---|---|
| Bottom 20 percent | 24.5% |
| Middle 60 percent | 14.9% |
| Top 20 percent | 39.8% |
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