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Data Starter: Average wages in OECD countries 2023 (in $s at PPP)

Elizabeth Veal

11th March 2025

Which OECD countries had the highest average wages in 2023?

Using this VisualCapital infographic showing average wages in OECD countries, answer the following questions:

  1. Compare the average wage in the OECD country with the highest average wage in 2023 to that with the lowest.
  2. What is the percentage difference in the average wage in 2023. Between the UK and (a) the USA, (b) France and (c) Japan? Do your calculations to 1 decimal place.

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Elizabeth Veal

Liz has taught Economics for over 25 years, including several years as Head of Economics at leading schools.

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