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United States - Gini Index 1978

Name: United States Gini Index 1978
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Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) · World Bank

34.8 −0.7 from 1977 Global rank: 3rd

United States's gini index was 34.8 in 1978, decreased +0.7 from 35.5 in 1977. This was the 3rd highest globally.

Global Ranking - 1978▾

Gini Index by Country - 1978
Rank	Country	Value	YoY
1st	United Kingdom	27.2	0.4%
2nd	Italy	33.3	-2.1%
3rd	United States	34.8	-2.0%

FAQ

What was United States's gini index in 1978?▾

United States's gini index in 1978 was 34.8. This ranked 3rd globally.

How did United States's gini index change in 1978?▾

United States's gini index decreased by 2.0% in 1978 compared to 1977.

Which country had the highest gini index in 1978?▾

United States had the highest gini index in 1978 at 34.8.

What is the gini index of United States in 1978?▾

The gini index of United States in 1978 was 34.8. This ranked 3rd globally.

How does 1978 compare to 1977 for United States's gini index?▾

United States's gini index went from 35.5 in 1977 to 34.8 in 1978, a 2.0% decrease.

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