Tekjuhópi

Tekjuhópi is a statistical category used in economic and social research to classify individuals or households by income level. It is commonly used in Nordic contexts and in comparative studies that adopt Nordic-style classifications. The term combines language elements meaning income and group, and is used to denote a defined segment of the population arranged along a measure of disposable or available income.

In typical practice, tekjuhópi divides the population into ranks such as quintiles or deciles, with the lowest group representing the lowest-income segment and the highest group representing the highest-income segment. The exact income thresholds vary by dataset, country, and year, so comparisons require careful alignment of the cutoffs.

Data for defining tekjuhópi usually come from household surveys or tax records, or from administrative data linked across sources. Researchers may adjust for household size or inflation to maintain comparability over time.

Limitations include variable definitions and potential confusion with similar terms like "income quintile", "income decile", or "socio-economic status". Tekjuhópi is not a universally standardized label, and its interpretation depends on the study design.

Applications include analyses of income inequality, poverty research, labor market outcomes, health and educational disparities, and the evaluation of policy interventions aimed at different income groups.

See also: income quintile, income decile, socio-economic status, income distribution.