Young, single and childless women in major American cities are earning more than their male counterparts, according to new research.
Mostly in their twenties, these women are earning an average of 8% more than men in their age group, according to the report by New York-based research firm Reach Advisors, which analysed data from the Census Bureau.
The report found that women earned more than men in 39 out of the 50 biggest US cities. Atlanta, Georgia registered the biggest disparity with young women earning 21% more than their male peers.
However on average, most American women who work full-time earn about 80% of what men receive.
One reason for the spike in earnings in this group is because more women are attending university, the report found. Nearly three- quarters of female high-school graduates headed to university compared to two-thirds of males.
These young women are also in no hurry to get married and are willing to postpone their nuptials to focus on their careers.