Median Wages by Country, 2000 to 2026

A choropleth map of median monthly wages in 71 countries, animated from 2000 to 2026 and adjusted for purchasing power (PPP). Qatar holds the top spot through most of the animation, with Switzerland and Luxembourg close behind. China's wage climbs the fastest of any country on the map, up almost 390 percent. Venezuela is the one country that ends up paying less than it did in 2000. Read more: https://vividmaps.com/highest-lowest-wages-by-country/ Explore the world in beautiful detail with our favorite premium maps: 🗺️ Best World Map Posters: https://amzn.to/4cGmGAy 🌍 The Best World Globes: https://amzn.to/4h21ENZ 📖 The Best Scratch-Off Maps: https://amzn.to/4gRgJDu As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.