Physical appearance and earnings: further evidence

Michael French

Applied Economics, 2002, vol. 34, issue 5, 569-572

Abstract: The literature contains numerous studies on earnings differentials based on age, race, and gender. Comparatively few studies have examined differences in labour market success related to physical appearance. Using three waves of data collected at two organizations, this paper tested for earnings differentials among workers based on their self-reported appearance. Significant earnings premiums for attractiveness were found for women, but not for men.

Date: 2002
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