What is the average household income around the world?

In order to answer this question it is best to look at median household income. Median household income represents the statistical mid-point, with half of all households making more and half making less. For developed nations median household income figures range from $30,000 to $55,000. For US states median household income figures range from $32,000 to $57,000. Overall, median household income levels among developed nations are similar to those found among US states. The following are the median household income levels for several developed nations: *Switzerland: $54,000 *United States: $46,000 *Canada: $43,000 *New Zealand: $41,000 *United Kingdom: $39,000 *Ireland: $35,000 *Australia: $35,000 *Israel: $31,000 *Singapore: $30,000