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U.S. Gini Coefficient By Race/Ethnicity
Summary: Gini coefficient (reflecting income inequality) by race and ethnicity
Database Detail
| Name | U.S. Gini Coefficient By Race/Ethnicity |
| Summary | Gini coefficient (reflecting income inequality) by race and ethnicity |
| Additional Background | The Gini Coefficient (or Index) measures income inequality for households across the United States. The coefficient ranges from 0 (perfect equality) to 1 (perfect inequality). The coefficient is based on the Lorenz curve and perfectly equal income distribution.
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| Geographic Coverage | U.S. |
| Periodicity | Annually |
| Series Begins/Ends | 1947 - 2021 |
| Data Source | U.S. Bureau of the Census |
The Gini Coefficient (or Index) measures income inequality for households across the United States. The coefficient ranges from 0 (perfect equality) to 1 (perfect inequality). The coefficient is based on the Lorenz curve and perfectly equal income distribution.
Geographic Coverage: U.S.
Periodicity: Annually
Series Begins/Ends: 1947 - 2021