Journal Article Changes in Income Reported On Federal Tax Returns
Roberton C. Williams, Lydia Austin
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The composition of reported income has changed markedly since 1952. Investment income has continued to grow, along with business income, interrupted only by periodic economic downturns. Meanwhile, salaries and wages have declined as a share of income.
Primary topic Individual Taxes
Research Area Income taxes (business) Income tax (individual)