How is Income Distributed Across Australia?

Income in Australia is moderately unequal, with the top 10% of earners receiving around 26% of total taxable income. The bottom 50% of Australians earn under $42,000 per year, while the top 1% earn above $253,000. Understanding where you sit in the income distribution helps put your financial position in broader context.

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