2026 E-Insights Report
Income Inequality - Gini Index
- Tampa Bay shows a relatively stable Gini Index between 0.46 and 0.48 over the past decade, indicating moderate income inequality with minimal year-to-year variation. This stability suggests consistent income distribution trends, though disparities remain between higher- and lowerincome households.
- Miami and Houston record some of the highest Gini values among all MSAs, reflecting wider income gaps driven by high-cost living and concentrated wealth sectors.
- In contrast, Minneapolis, Denver, and Portland maintain lower Gini Index scores, suggesting more equitable income distribution and relatively balanced regional economies.

Trend Over Time

Competitive Position Trend

The Gini Index measures income inequality within each MSA, with values ranging from 0 (perfect equality) to 1 (perfect inequality). It provides insight into how evenly income is distributed among residents and serves as an important indicator of economic balance and inclusiveness within a region. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS), Table B19083: Gini Index of Income Inequality, 2013–2024.