The chart illustrates the progression of income across different age groups in the U.S., highlighting the median, 90th percentile, and 99th percentile incomes. A notable trend is the rapid increase in income for the highest earners as they approach 40 years of age, with the 99th percentile income peaking at $490K at age 60. For most Americans, the most significant salary gains occur between the ages of 30 and 35, with median income rising from $35K at age 30 to $44K at age 35. Interestingly, the 90th percentile income shows a steady increase from $31K at age 20 to $138K at age 60, before slightly declining to $131K at age 65. This data suggests that while the highest earners continue to see growth into their 60s, the median and 90th percentile incomes stabilize or slightly decrease as individuals approach retirement age. The chart underscores the importance of the 30-40 age range for income growth, particularly for those in the top income brackets, and highlights the disparities in income distribution across different age groups.
