Household Count in the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBL99T999308 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,206,279.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.63%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks the number of households in the top 0.1% wealth bracket. Provides critical insight into wealth concentration and economic inequality trends.
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
Measures the count of households in the highest wealth percentile range. Helps economists understand wealth distribution patterns.
Methodology
Calculated using Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances data.
Historical Context
Used in economic policy discussions about wealth inequality and redistribution.
Key Facts
- Represents households with extreme wealth concentration
- Reflects long-term economic mobility trends
- Critical indicator of economic structural changes
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: Tracks the number of households in the 99th to 99.9th wealth percentile range. Provides insight into top-tier wealth distribution.
Q: Why is this economic data important?
A: Helps understand wealth concentration and potential economic inequality. Informs policy discussions about economic opportunity.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated every 3 years through the Survey of Consumer Finances.
Q: How does this relate to overall economic health?
A: Indicates wealth distribution patterns and potential economic structural changes across different population segments.
Q: Can this data predict economic trends?
A: Provides valuable context for understanding long-term wealth accumulation and economic mobility patterns.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Household Count in the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBL99T999308), retrieved from FRED.