Women in the Perg district: income gap remains alarming

Women in the Perg district: income gap remains alarming

In the district of Perg, an alarming picture shows in terms of income differences between men and women. According to the Chamber of Labor (AK), women earned an average of 2,097 euros gross per month in the first half of 2024. This means that they are almost 40 percent below the income of their male colleagues in the region.

A central reason for this development are the high proportions of part -time jobs and the insufficient care of childcare. Even with a full -time job, women earn average a quarter less than men. The economic disadvantage is thus more focused on.

part -time is the standard for many women

In total, only 40.2 percent of female employees in the Perg district have a full -time job. This means that six out of ten women work part -time. The median wage for workers is 1,827 euros, while female employees come to 2,296 euros. These median values are representative of the differences in merit.

The current development is particularly worrying, since the Equal Pay Day fell on October 1 this year, which means that full -time women have been working statistically "free" since this date. In Upper Austria, the Perg district, together with Vorarlberg

demands for equality and better conditions

Andreas Stangl, President of the Chamber of Labor, emphasizes that the differences in income can only be partially explained by levels of education. It is urgently needed that women get the same opportunities as men. A comprehensive expansion of childcare and equality in wages and in old age are central demands. The AK President also calls for a revaluation factor for pension contributions so that the disadvantages in the professional world are not transferred to retirement provision.

For a more precise insight into the current situation, reference is made to the AK women's monitor, which provides comprehensive information about the income situation. Further details can on www.tips.at can be read.