Köysityypit

Köysityypit are a classification system used in Finland to categorize people based on their socioeconomic status. The system was introduced in the 1970s and is used to determine an individual's position within the social and economic hierarchy of Finland.

The classification system is based on an individual's household disposable income and is divided into eight categories. The categories range from A (highest) to H (lowest) and are further subdivided into two subcategories each. Köysityypit A and B are considered high-income households, while categories C and H are considered low-income households.

The categories are defined as follows:

* A (highest): households with the highest disposable income

* B: households with high disposable income

* C: households with high-middle disposable income

* D: households with middle-income

* E: households with lower-middle disposable income

* F: households with low-middle disposable income

* G: households with low disposable income

* H (lowest): households with the lowest disposable income

The classification system is used by various organizations, including the government, for statistical and research purposes. It provides a way to compare the socioeconomic status of different groups and track potential disparities in income.

Some studies have suggested that the köysityypit classification system is a useful tool for identifying potential socioeconomic inequalities and analyzing policy effectiveness. However, others have criticized the system for being too simplistic and not taking into account other important factors that affect an individual's socioeconomic status, such as education and occupation.