Annual Income Charts by Age and Profile

Compare annual income charts for ages 15 to 100. Discover average earnings, observe salary trends, and benchmark yourself or your household at every stage.

What Is Annual Income and Why Track It?

Annual income represents the total amount earned over a calendar year, including wages, bonuses, self-employment earnings, and other sources. Regularly tracking income across different ages and demographic groups helps individuals and households measure professional progress, identify opportunities for growth, and understand how earnings shift throughout one’s career. Whether just starting out, mid-career, or nearing retirement, viewing income benchmarks can inform practical decisions about work, savings, and lifestyle.

How to Use Annual Income Charts

NettleWorth’s income charts offer detailed insight into how annual earnings compare by age, gender, and household type. By selecting your profile, you can view percentile ranges, uncover trends in career development, and see how your income matches up to typical figures at any stage. Use these statistics to guide decisions about income growth, budgeting, and financial planning.

Data Sources and Transparency

All chart statistics are based on leading national household finance surveys, anonymized NettleWorth user data, and our own financial modeling. Annual income percentiles are generated using a proven smoothing technique to accurately reflect how wealth grows and changes over different life stages and demographics.
The methodology adjusts for age group, gender, and household type to mirror observed real-world patterns. We reference the latest reputable datasets from government and independent agencies in each region we cover. For transparency, further details on our approach and data sources can be found in our documentation. Please reach out if you have questions or feedback about the data.