Understanding how much money people actually take home requires looking at more than just the numbers on a paycheck. Since the start of 2010, worker pay has shifted dramatically around the world.
When we adjust these figures to match the local cost of living, inflation, and purchasing power, a fascinating pattern emerges among advanced global economies. Some countries have seen massive leaps in earning power, while others have remained almost completely frozen.
This gallery explores exactly how salaries have evolved globally between the years 2010 and 2024, as per the latest OECD figures. Click to know which countries top the list.
All figures in USD.