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In 2024, the monthly household income per person in Brazil varied considerably across the different federal units. The Distrito Federal, where the country's federal capital is located, had the highest per capita income, at 3,444 Brazilian reals per month. This figure was more than three times that of the state of Maranhão. The national average was 2,069 reals per capita per month.

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.

The average monthly income per person in Brazil is higher for male workers than for their female counterparts. In 2022, the gap was of 617 Brazilian reals per month. Overall, that year the monthly income per capita for the working population in Brazil was 2,659 reals, the lowest income since, at least, 2018.

Brazil Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: Per Capita: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro data was reported at 1,449.000 BRL in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,439.000 BRL for 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: Per Capita: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro data is updated yearly, averaging 1,444.000 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,449.000 BRL in 2017 and a record low of 1,439.000 BRL in 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: Per Capita: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro 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.HF049: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: Per Capita.

In 2023, the national gross income per capita in Brazil amounted to around 9,070 U.S. dollars, an increase from 8,240 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 2023, the monthly income per capita of men was 3,271 Brazilian reals, while the figure was 2,588 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 2022, Brazil's degree of inequality in wealth distribution based on the Gini coefficient reached 52.9. 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.

Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: Northeast: Bahia data was reported at 1,546.000 BRL in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,329.000 BRL for 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: Northeast: Bahia data is updated yearly, averaging 1,437.500 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,546.000 BRL in 2017 and a record low of 1,329.000 BRL in 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: Northeast: Bahia 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.HF050: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Usual Earning.

Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro: 60 Years or More data was reported at 2,579.000 BRL in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,752.000 BRL for 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro: 60 Years or More data is updated yearly, averaging 2,665.500 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,752.000 BRL in 2016 and a record low of 2,579.000 BRL in 2017. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro: 60 Years or More 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.HF046: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: by Age: Southeast.

The poorest 5 percent of the population in Brazil received a monthly income of merely 239 reals in 2023, with their jobs as their only source of income. By contrast, the average income of workers who fall within the 40 percent to 50 percent percentile, and from 50 percent to 60 percent are 1,639 and 1,970 Brazilian reals, respectively.

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 94% of the total residents in Brazil. Notably, the median household income for White households is $48,925. Interestingly, White is both the largest group and the one with the highest median household income, which stands at $48,925.

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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.

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 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars

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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/.

Recommended for further research

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

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/.

Recommended for further research

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: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro: 25 to 29 Years data was reported at 1,961.000 BRL in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,882.000 BRL for 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro: 25 to 29 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 1,921.500 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,961.000 BRL in 2017 and a record low of 1,882.000 BRL in 2016. Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: Southeast: Rio de Janeiro: 25 to 29 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.HF046: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: by Age: Southeast.

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.

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/.

Recommended for further research

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

In 2023, with the exception of the professional category of armed forces, police and military firefighters, women's earnings in Brazil were always lower than men's. In 2023, a male manager earned an average of 9,164 Brazilian reals per month, while a female manager earned an average of about 6,672 reals per month.

In 2023, the average income of women with a university degree in Brazil was 4,918 Brazilian reals per month. For men with the same degree, the average income was 7,477 reals. At all levels of education, Brazilian men's earnings were higher than those of their female counterparts.

Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: South: Rio Grande do Sul: 50 to 59 Years data was reported at 2,623.000 BRL in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,804.000 BRL for 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: South: Rio Grande do Sul: 50 to 59 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 2,713.500 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,804.000 BRL in 2016 and a record low of 2,623.000 BRL in 2017. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Actual Earnings: South: Rio Grande do Sul: 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.HF047: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Actual Earning: by Age: South.

From 2018 to 2020, the average monthly income of the Rio de Janeiro's metropolitan area increased consistently. In 2023, the average income rose once again to over 3,600 Brazilian reals in the region. Nevertheless, when excluding the city of Rio de Janeiro, the metropolitan area saw the average monthly salary increase every year until 2022, year in which the figure dropped to 2,576 Brazilian reals.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the the household distribution across 16 income brackets among four distinct age groups in Brazil: Under 25 years, 25-44 years, 45-64 years, and over 65 years. The dataset highlights the variation in household income, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different age categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Upon closer examination of the distribution of households among age brackets, it reveals that there are 149(4.48%) households where the householder is under 25 years old, 1,000(30.05%) households with a householder aged between 25 and 44 years, 1,136(34.13%) households with a householder aged between 45 and 64 years, and 1,043(31.34%) households where the householder is over 65 years old.
• The age group of 25 to 44 years exhibits the highest median household income, while the largest number of households falls within the 45 to 64 years bracket. This distribution hints at economic disparities within the city of Brazil, showcasing varying income levels among different age demographics.

Content

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

Income brackets:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 to $124,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Income: This column showcases 16 income brackets ranging from Under $10,000 to $200,000+ ( As mentioned above).
• Under 25 years: The count of households led by a head of household under 25 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 25 to 44 years: The count of households led by a head of household 25 to 44 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 45 to 64 years: The count of households led by a head of household 45 to 64 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 65 years and over: The count of households led by a head of household 65 years and over old with income within a specified income bracket.

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/.

Recommended for further research

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

In 2023, the Central West region had the highest monthly income per person in Brazil, at 3,418 Brazilian reals. In contrast, the Northeast region had the lowest income of all regions at 1,991 reals.

Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: Southeast: Minas Gerais: 50 to 59 Years data was reported at 2,162.000 BRL in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,092.000 BRL for 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: Southeast: Minas Gerais: 50 to 59 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 2,127.000 BRL from Dec 2016 (Median) to 2017, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,162.000 BRL in 2017 and a record low of 2,092.000 BRL in 2016. Brazil Average Real Monthly Income: Usual Earnings: Southeast: Minas Gerais: 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.HF054: Average Real Monthly Household Income: Usual Earning: by Age: Southeast.