Key information about Brazil Household Income per Capita

• Brazil Annual Household Income per Capita reached 4,779.705 USD in Dec 2017, compared with the previous value of 4,272.395 USD in Dec 2016.
• Brazil Annual Household Income per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Dec 2016 to Dec 2017, with an averaged value of 4,526.050 USD.
• The data reached an all-time high of 4,779.705 USD in Dec 2017 and a record low of 4,272.395 USD in Dec 2016.
• In the latest reports, Retail Sales of Brazil dropped 2.265 % YoY in May 2023.

CEIC calculates Annual Household Income per Capita from Monthly Household Income per Capita multiplied by 12 and converts it into USD. The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics provides Monthly Household Income per Capita in local currency. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions.

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Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Per Capita data was reported at 1,848.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,586.000 BRL for 2022. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Per Capita data is updated yearly, averaging 1,253.000 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,848.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 855.000 BRL in 2012. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Per Capita data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the mean household income for each of the five quintiles in Brazil, IN, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in mean household income across quintiles, offering valuable insights into income distribution and inequality.

Key observations

• Income disparities: The mean income of the lowest quintile (20% of households with the lowest income) is 14,831, while the mean income for the highest quintile (20% of households with the highest income) is 165,454. This indicates that the top earners earn 11 times compared to the lowest earners.
• *Top 5%: * The mean household income for the wealthiest population (top 5%) is 300,151, which is 181.41% higher compared to the highest quintile, and 2023.81% higher compared to the lowest quintile.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Income Levels:

• Lowest Quintile
• Second Quintile
• Third Quintile
• Fourth Quintile
• Highest Quintile
• Top 5 Percent

Variables / Data Columns

• Income Level: This column showcases the income levels (As mentioned above).
• Mean Household Income: Mean household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific income level.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household income across different racial categories in Brazil. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories.

Key observations

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Brazil population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly White. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 93.58% of the total residents in Brazil. Notably, the median household income for White households is $48,592. Interestingly, White is both the largest group and the one with the highest median household income, which stands at $48,592.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Brazil.
• Median household income: Median household income, adjusting for inflation, presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Brazil median household income by race. You can refer the same here

In 2024, the national gross income per capita in Brazil amounted to around 9,950 U.S. dollars, an increase from 9,310 dollars per person in the previous year. Gross national income (GNI) is the aggregated sum of the value added by residents in an economy, plus net taxes (minus subsidies) and net receipts of primary income from abroad. Excluding countries and territories in the Caribbean, Uruguay and Chile were the Latin American countries with the highest national income per capita. Demographic elements and income There are many factors that may influence the income level, such as gender, academic attainment, location, ethnicity, etc. The gender pay gap, for example, is significant in Brazil. As of 2024, the monthly income per capita of men was 3,549 Brazilian reals, while the figure was 2,793 reals in the case of women. Additionally, monthly per capita household income varies greatly from state to state; the figures registered in Distrito Federal and São Paulo more than double the income of federative units like Acre, Alagoas or Maranhão. A high degree of inequality The Gini coefficient measures the degree of income inequality on a scale from 0 (total equality of incomes) to 100 (total inequality). Between 2010 and 2023, Brazil's degree of inequality in wealth distribution based on the Gini coefficient reached 52. That year, Brazil was deemed one of the most unequal countries in Latin America. Although the latest result represented one of the worst values in recent years, the Gini index is projected to improve slightly in the near future.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median household incomes for various household sizes in Brazil, IN, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in median household income with the size of the family unit, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different household sizes, aiding in data analysis and decision-making.

Key observations

• Of the 7 household sizes (1 person to 7-or-more person households) reported by the census bureau, Brazil did not include 6-person households. Across the different household sizes in Brazil the mean income is $94,186, and the standard deviation is $88,214. The coefficient of variation (CV) is 93.66%. This high CV indicates high relative variability, suggesting that the incomes vary significantly across different sizes of households. Please note that the U.S. Census Bureau uses $250,001 as a JAM value to report incomes of $250,000 or more. In the case of Brazil, there were 1 household sizes where the JAM values were used. Thus, the numbers for the mean and standard deviation may not be entirely accurate and have a higher possibility of errors. However, to obtain an approximate estimate, we have used a value of $250,001 as the income for calculations, as reported in the datasets by the U.S. Census Bureau.
• In the most recent year, 2021, The smallest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income was 1-person households, with an income of $27,461. It then further increased to $270,229 for 7-person households, the largest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income.

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Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Household Sizes:

• 1-person households
• 2-person households
• 3-person households
• 4-person households
• 5-person households
• 6-person households
• 7-or-more-person households

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Size: This column showcases 7 household sizes ranging from 1-person households to 7-or-more-person households (As mentioned above).
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific household size.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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The statistic shows the monthly average household income and expenditure in Brazil from 2015 to 2017. In 2017, the monthly average household expenditure was ***** Brazilian reals, higher than the average income, which amounted to ***** Brazilian reals.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the distribution of median household income among distinct age brackets of householders in Brazil. Based on the latest 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates from the American Community Survey, it displays how income varies among householders of different ages in Brazil. It showcases how household incomes typically rise as the head of the household gets older. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into age-based household income trends and explore the variations in incomes across households.

Key observations: Insights from 2023

In terms of income distribution across age cohorts, in Brazil, the median household income stands at $66,818 for householders within the 45 to 64 years age group, followed by $61,496 for the 25 to 44 years age group. Notably, householders within the 65 years and over age group, had the lowest median household income at $31,952.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Age groups classifications include:

• Under 25 years
• 25 to 44 years
• 45 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Of The Head Of Household: This column presents the age of the head of household
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific age group

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Brazil median household income by age. You can refer the same here

Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: South: Rio Grande do Sul: 30 to 39 Years data was reported at 2,506.000 BRL in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,557.000 BRL for 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: South: Rio Grande do Sul: 30 to 39 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 2,531.500 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,557.000 BRL in 2016 and a record low of 2,506.000 BRL in 2017. Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: South: Rio Grande do Sul: 30 to 39 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Domestic Trade and Household Survey – Table BR.HF047: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: by Age: South.

Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: 20 to 24 Years data was reported at 1,417.000 BRL in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,355.000 BRL for 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: 20 to 24 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 1,386.000 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,417.000 BRL in 2017 and a record low of 1,355.000 BRL in 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: 20 to 24 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Domestic Trade and Household Survey – Table BR.HF055: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Usual Earning: by Age: South.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast: Piauí data was reported at 1,327.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,092.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast: Piauí data is updated yearly, averaging 751.500 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,327.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 468.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast: Piauí data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: 14 to 17 Years data was reported at 720.000 BRL in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 705.000 BRL for 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: 14 to 17 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 712.500 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 720.000 BRL in 2017 and a record low of 705.000 BRL in 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: 14 to 17 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Domestic Trade and Household Survey – Table BR.HF055: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Usual Earning: by Age: South.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast: Rio Grande do Norte data was reported at 1,350.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,235.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast: Rio Grande do Norte data is updated yearly, averaging 893.500 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,350.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 539.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast: Rio Grande do Norte data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Southeast: São Paulo data was reported at 2,414.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,073.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Southeast: São Paulo data is updated yearly, averaging 1,697.500 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,414.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 1,168.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Southeast: São Paulo data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: Paraná: 50 to 59 Years data was reported at 2,561.000 BRL in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,793.000 BRL for 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: Paraná: 50 to 59 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 2,677.000 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,793.000 BRL in 2016 and a record low of 2,561.000 BRL in 2017. Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: South: Paraná: 50 to 59 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Domestic Trade and Household Survey – Table BR.HF055: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Usual Earning: by Age: South.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: North data was reported at 1,302.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,096.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: North data is updated yearly, averaging 811.000 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,302.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 587.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: North data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Central West: Distrito Federal data was reported at 3,215.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,802.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Central West: Distrito Federal data is updated yearly, averaging 2,353.500 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,215.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 1,742.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Central West: Distrito Federal data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Central West: Goiás data was reported at 1,973.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,588.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Central West: Goiás data is updated yearly, averaging 1,224.000 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,973.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 844.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Central West: Goiás data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.

Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast data was reported at 1,146.000 BRL in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,011.000 BRL for 2022. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast data is updated yearly, averaging 780.500 BRL from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2023, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,146.000 BRL in 2023 and a record low of 522.000 BRL in 2012. Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita: Northeast data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Household Survey – Table BR.HAB042: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Per Capita.