Prime-age workers (25-54) derive most of their income from wages; only when older, born rich, or disabled do property and transfers constitute larger portions; this varies by county with poor rural counties having up to 30% transfers while rich high-tech counties have lower transfers and higher property/wages.

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If you're a prime age worker, which is 25 to 54, there is a good chance that the majority of your income comes from wages...poor rural counties will have up to 30% transfers

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Post-Labor Economics Lecture 02 - "Economic Agency Paradox" (2025 update)David Shapiro
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:28:39 AM

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