tulonjakoindeksejä
Tulonjakoindeksit, or income distribution indices, are statistical measures used to quantify how income is distributed within a population. These indices help policymakers and researchers understand the level of income inequality and its changes over time. They provide a single number that summarizes a complex distribution, making it easier to compare different populations or track trends.
One of the most widely used income distribution indices is the Gini coefficient. The Gini coefficient ranges
Another relevant index is the Atkinson index, which allows for the explicit weighting of inequality aversion.
Other indices, like the Theil index, are also employed. Theil index has the advantage of being decomposable,
These indices are crucial tools for understanding socioeconomic conditions, informing social welfare policies, and evaluating the