US Census Median Earnings by Age and Education Level (2009–2011)
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US Census Median Earnings by Age and Education Level (2009–2011)

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Record: 40s
Look at the image below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the image is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
Horizontal grouped bar chart showing US Census median earnings across eight education levels and eight age groups ranging from 25 to 64 years old between 2009 and 2011.

Sample Answer & Key Features

Review official key features and a band-9 reference response

Key Points to Include in Your Description:
  • 1Compares median earnings across age groups (25–29 up to 60–64) and eight education levels between 2009 and 2011.
  • 2Older adults generally earn more than younger adults across most qualification tiers.
  • 3Highest salary shown is $112,000 for high school graduates aged 60 to 64.
  • 4Lowest earnings shown are $15,000 for professional degree holders aged 25 to 29.
  • 5Shows substantial age differences without a simple, consistent rise in earnings at higher education levels.