Figure C
Trump has left the middle class behind, and delivered the vast bulk of real wage gains to the top 20% of workers, 2016–2019
| Income group | Percent | Real dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom 20% | 5.6% | $0.52 |
| Middle 60% | 3.8% | $0.76 |
| Top 20% | 4.5% | $2.61 |
Source: EPI analysis of Current Population Survey microdata
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