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On average, men are paid more than women at every education level: Average hourly wages by gender and education, 2019
| Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|
| Less than high school | $15.33 | $12.20 |
| High school | $20.96 | $16.15 |
| Some college | $23.58 | $18.44 |
| College | $39.99 | $29.55 |
| Advanced degree | $52.38 | $38.64 |
Source: EPI analysis of Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group microdata from the U.S. Census Bureau
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