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The Gini coefficient is a number between 0 and 1, where 0 corresponds with perfect equality (where everyone has the same income) and 1 corresponds with perfect inequality (where one person has all the income—and everyone else has zero income). Income distribution can vary greatly from wealth distribution in a country.  Mapping income inequality around the world
The Gini coefficient is a number between 0 and 1, where 0 corresponds with perfect equality (where everyone has the same income) and 1 corresponds with perfect inequality (where one person has all the income—and everyone else has zero income). Income distribution can vary greatly from wealth distribution in a country. 

Mapping income inequality around the world

3-5-2013
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    I’m familiar with the Gini coefficient from my economic development research. It’s a super interesting measure.
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    Finland’s got their shit together.
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    Via Explore, mapping income inequality across the world: Startling. Couple this with the video of wealth inequality in...
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    The countries with low wealth inequality also have the highest quality of life, are more socially progressive and are...