How much do Americans make a year?

Here's a more in-depth breakdown of what U.S. households are making: Fifty percent of American households earn less than $75,000 per year. Just 37% of American households earn more than $100,000. With few exceptions, we aren't reporting the median and average salary in this article.

Which states have the highest average salary?

Both geographic location and cost of living often dictate the parameters of individual compensation and wages, and each state has its own average salary. The five states with the highest average salaries (as of March 2022) are New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut, California and New Jersey.

How much do high school graduates make a year?

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, full-time workers aged 25 and over without a high school diploma earn an average of $47,580 per year. Data also shows that: High school graduates have an average income of $66,768. Bachelor’s degree holders brought in an average of $125,320. Those with advanced degrees earn an average of $144,300.