Wage Gaps Across America | Lexington News

Wage inequality across the U.S. is stark—and getting worse in some places. A new study reveals California and New York have the widest gaps, with top earners making 173% and 164% more than median workers, fueled by tech, finance, and executive roles. Meanwhile, 25 states saw shrinking gaps—with Oregon leading the charge—while Pennsylvania and North Carolina saw the biggest jumps, as top salaries surged faster than middle wages. This snapshot shows America’s economic divide isn’t just growing in a few hotspots—it’s reshaping how wealth is distributed nationwide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7d1d5ea97290f0b5