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In a recent poll, nearly 82% completely (46%) or somewhat (36%) agreed that the gap between rich and poor in Switzerland is increasing. However, these responses are at odds with typical measures of inequality. © Nora Tarvus | Dreamstime.comTwo key measures of inequality are the S80/S20 and the Gini Coefficient. On both measures Switzerland is fairly stable. The S80/S20 takes the average income of the top 20% and divides it by the average income of the bottom 20%. In Switzerland in 2021...
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