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Niger is often ranked among the world’s poorest nations, where poverty runs deep and opportunities for stable work are scarce. Unemployment remains high, but the gap between the rich and the poor is comparatively low. While the wealthiest 10% earn around $5 a day, those at the bottom survive on as little as $1.

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Kenya -

While the country is experiencing substantial progress, it still has a significant number of people battling unemployment and living below the international poverty line. The richest 10% of Kenyans earn $6 while the poorest 10% go home with $1.

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India -

Although India is the fifth largest economy in the world, it also has about 234 million people living in acute poverty. Income disparity, though moderate, is a burgeoning issue in a country that has seen tremendous economic growth in the last few decades. The richest 10% earn $9 a day, while the poorest 10% make $2.

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Indonesia -

Indonesia is an emerging economy in Southeast Asia. Classified as a growing middle-income country, it is also a member of the G20. The income divide is significant, with the rich earning $14 while the poor make $3.

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Vietnam -

Despite colonization, war, and natural disaster, Vietnam has maintained consistent economic growth over the decades. Several socio-economic programs have played a crucial role in the nation’s progress. The difference in earnings is less than in many countries, with the richest 10% making $25 while the poorest 10% earn $5.

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China -

China has seen a meteoric rise in its economic progress over the years and has become a global manufacturing hub. The country has made significant strides in eradicating extreme poverty, but income inequality still exists between different groups. The richest 10% make $28, while the poorest 10% earn $6.

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Thailand -

A newly industrialized country, Thailand has become the second-largest economy in Southeast Asia. Despite an incredible success story, the country faces income inequality to some extent, where the richest 10% make $30 a day compared to $6 made by the poorest 10%.

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Mexico -

Though classified as an upper-middle-income country, Mexico still faces considerable economic and social divide. With a small number of individuals owning a large share of the nation’s economy, the country experiences considerable income inequality. As per the latest report, the richest 10% of Mexicans make $31, while the poorest earn $5.

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Income disparity has been on the rise in Russia, especially since the collapse of the Soviet Union. In comparison to other emerging economies, the distribution of wealth and income is imbalanced. Currently, the richest 10% of Russians bring in $40, compared to $9 that the poorest 10% make.

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Turkey -

Compared to other OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) countries, Turkey faces significant issues when it comes to income distribution. Income inequality is high between the wealthier western region and the poorer eastern region. Turkey’s wealthiest 10% earn $51, while the poorest 10% take home $8.

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Over the years, Costa Rica has enjoyed a growing economy. The country has continued to attract foreign investments due to political stability and an educated workforce. However, it still faces the issues of poverty and income inequality. The richest 10% earn $55 while the poor bring in just $6 a day.

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Poland -

Poland joined the European Union in 2004, and since then, it has seen sustained progress. However, income inequality continues to be a major roadblock. The top 10% earners make $63, while the lowest 10% bring in $17.

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Portugal -

Though Portugal has lower rates of poverty when compared to other European countries such as Greece, Italy, or Spain, it still ranks below most OECD countries. The richest 10% make $65 while the poorest 10% make $14.

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Israel -

Israel faces substantial income inequality in comparison to other developed nations. Technology, finance, and real estate sectors offer higher salaries compared to agriculture and manufacturing. Currently, the richest 10% earn an average of $73 per day, in contrast to the $11 that the poorest 10% make.

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Lithuania is considered a high-income country with a developed and advanced economy, but it does have a notable income inequality. The richest 10% make $80, and the poorest 10% earn $18.

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Spain -

Spain has a relatively strong economy with advanced telecommunications, infrastructure, and healthcare systems. But compared to other developed economies, Spain faces high income inequality. The earnings of Spain’s wealthiest 10% reach $87, while those of the poorest 10% only make $16 a day.

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Italy -

Italy is one of the largest economies in the world. However, there is a significant economic disparity, especially between the northern and southern regions. Italy’s richest 10% take home $90 while the poorest 10% bring in $18.

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France -

France has a robust and diverse economy. The country has been a great example in providing quality education, healthcare, and business opportunities. Income inequality does exist in the country, although at a lower rate compared to other developed economies. Those at the top of the income ladder, the richest 10%, earn $94, while those at the bottom take home $23.

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United Kingdom -

The UK is one of the largest economies in the world, with a high per capita income and a great standard of living. Over the decades, income inequality has seen a significant increase. The top 10% of the earners take home $94, while the lowest 10% make $22.

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Belgium -

Belgium consistently ranks high in life expectancy, quality of life, education, and healthcare. The level of income disparity has decreased in the past few decades. The top 10% earn $95 while the lower 10% manage with $29.

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Malta -

Malta’s innovation-driven economy has seen unprecedented growth in the last decade and attracted several foreign investments. This has led to higher household incomes, but disparity still exists in the form of unbalanced wealth distribution. Currently, the richest 10% make $96 while the lowest 10% make $24.

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Ireland -

Ireland excels in technology, finance, and pharmaceutical industries, and consistently ranks high in development and employment rankings. However, there is still notable income inequality, with the wealthiest 10% earning $98, while the poorest 10% make $28.

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Netherlands -

With an economy that heavily relies on innovation, technology, trade, and logistics, the Netherlands is one of the highest-earning countries in the world. Income inequality does exist, though it is low compared to other developed economies. The top 10% make $101 compared to $32 earned by the bottom 10%.

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South Korea -

South Korea has achieved remarkable economic growth in just a matter of decades. It has become a global leader in the field of technology and innovation, with considerable investment in research and development. However, South Korea faces rising income inequality, where the richest 10% make $103 while the poorest 10% earn $22.

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Canada -

Canada has a diverse and robust economy, with its skilled and educated workforce making a significant contribution to the nation’s progress. However, it faces significant challenges, with the majority of the wealth concentrated in the hands of a few. The economic divide is highlighted by the fact that the top 10% make $111 while the bottom 10% live on $26 a day.

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Germany -

Germany is known for its technological advancements, high standards of living, and universal healthcare system. The level of income inequality is moderate, with the richest 10% earning $118 while the poorest 10% subsist on $28.

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Norway -

Norway has a highly developed economy, owing to its huge oil and gas sector, as well as shipping and renewable energy industries. It has a comparable level of income inequality in comparison to other developed countries in Europe. The top 10% receive $118, and the bottom 10% live on $28.

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Switzerland -

Switzerland has one of the highest GDPs in the world. It serves as a major financial services hub and is known for its social system, quality of life, and neutrality. Switzerland experiences moderate levels of income inequality, where the richest 10% bring in $138 while the poorest 10% get by on $32.

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United States -

The US is a global powerhouse in politics, culture, technology, and military affairs. It has the largest GDP in the world, as well as some of the highest levels of innovation and productivity in the world. The gap between the rich and the poor is significantly higher when compared to other developed nations. On average, the top 10% of Americans make $156, compared to $23 made by those in the bottom 10%.

Sources: (Visual Capitalist) (Our World in Data) 

See also: Is wealth inequality leading to a class war?

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