Pay Gap Calculator
Calculate pay gaps and salary disparities based on gender and race demographics in the US
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Pay Gap Analysis Results
Data Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics (2018-2022 median weekly earnings)
Note: This calculator provides estimates based on statistical averages and does not account for individual factors like education, experience, location, or position.
Pay Gap Insights
Example Pay Gap Analysis
Scenario: Software Engineer
Current: White Male earning $90,000/year
Compare with: White Female in same role
Expected female salary: $73,800 (82% of male salary)
Annual gap: -$16,200 (-18%)
40-year career impact: -$648,000
Data Context
Based on US Bureau of Labor Statistics median weekly earnings
Represents general demographic wage patterns
Individual results may vary based on many factors
Pay Gap Facts (US)
Overall Gender Gap
Women earn 81 cents for every dollar men earn
Unexplained Gap
About 25% of pay gap cannot be explained by measurable factors
Career Years
Average career span used for lifetime calculations
Contributing Factors
Occupational segregation
Motherhood penalty
Negotiation differences
Workplace discrimination
Educational and career choices
Work-life balance priorities
Understanding Pay Gaps in the United States
What are Pay Gaps?
Pay gaps refer to the difference in earnings between different demographic groups, typically expressed as a percentage or ratio. The most commonly discussed is the gender pay gap, but racial and ethnic pay gaps also exist and often intersect with gender gaps.
Why Do Pay Gaps Exist?
- •Historical discrimination and systemic inequalities
- •Occupational segregation and industry differences
- •Differences in work experience and career interruptions
- •Unconscious bias in hiring and promotion decisions
Data and Methodology
Data Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Period: 2018-2022 median weekly earnings
Baseline: White male earnings (100%)
Important Limitations
- Education: Not adjusted for educational differences
- Experience: Doesn't account for years of experience
- Location: No geographic wage adjustments
- Occupation: General averages across all job types
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on statistical averages. Individual experiences may vary significantly based on many personal and professional factors.
Addressing Pay Gaps: What Can Be Done?
Individual Actions
- • Research market salary rates
- • Negotiate salary confidently
- • Seek mentorship and sponsorship
- • Develop in-demand skills
- • Document achievements
Employer Actions
- • Conduct regular pay audits
- • Implement transparent pay scales
- • Provide bias training
- • Offer flexible work arrangements
- • Support parental leave policies
Policy Solutions
- • Pay transparency laws
- • Strengthen equal pay enforcement
- • Improve family leave policies
- • Support childcare initiatives
- • Address occupational segregation