Total Assets Held by the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBL99T999200 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
27,909,228.00
Year-over-Year Change
10.81%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Measures total financial assets held by the 99th to 99.9th wealth percentiles in the United States. Offers insights into upper-middle wealth distribution.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
Captures the financial assets of affluent Americans just below the top 0.1%. Provides nuanced understanding of wealth concentration.
Methodology
Derived from Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances comprehensive wealth data.
Historical Context
Helps analyze economic stratification and wealth accumulation patterns.
Key Facts
- Represents highly affluent but not ultra-wealthy Americans
- Provides detailed view of upper-middle wealth
- Important for understanding economic segmentation
FAQs
Q: What defines the 99th to 99.9th wealth percentile?
A: Represents Americans with significant wealth above median but below the top 0.1%. Typically includes high-income professionals and successful entrepreneurs.
Q: How does this group differ from the top 0.1%?
A: Has lower total wealth but still significantly more assets than the bottom 99% of wealth holders.
Q: What assets are typically included?
A: Includes investments, retirement accounts, real estate, business ownership, and financial securities.
Q: Why track this specific wealth segment?
A: Provides granular insight into wealth distribution beyond broad percentile categories.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Updated approximately every three years through the Federal Reserve's comprehensive wealth survey.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Assets Held by 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBL99T999200), retrieved from FRED.