Wage segregation

Date and country of first publication^[1][edit | edit source]

1986
United States

Definition[edit | edit source]

Wage segregation refers to the disparity in earnings between different groups of people, often based on their gender, race, or other characteristics. It refers to the unequal distribution of wages, where certain groups consistently earn less than others for similar work or comparable qualifications. This can lead to economic inequality and hinder the progress towards equal opportunities and fairness in the workplace. Wage segregation is often the result of discriminatory practices, biases, and systemic inequalities within society.

Related segregation forms[edit | edit source]

Wage segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

labor market segregation

This visualization is based on the study The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research.

For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to:

First year of publication

Louvain clusters

Betweenness centrality

Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).

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Notes[edit | edit source]

↑ Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).

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