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European Women Earn 12% Less Than Men in 2023

1/6/2026

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In 2023, European women earned 12% less than men, according to Eurostat.
The gender pension gap is 22% lower for women.
Reduced working hours for childcare and long-term inequalities in labor market participation contribute to the gap.
From 2007 to 2024, the pension gap fell from 28% to 22%, while Austria and Belgium show remaining disparities.
Private pension schemes often worsen these inequalities due to gendered access and contributions.

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Story summary

In 2023, European women earned 12% less than men, according to Eurostat.
The gender pension gap is 22% lower for women.
Reduced working hours for childcare and long-term inequalities in labor market participation contribute to the gap.
From 2007 to 2024, the pension gap fell from 28% to 22%, while Austria and Belgium show remaining disparities.
Private pension schemes often worsen these inequalities due to gendered access and contributions.