Do you earn well or poorly? Understand 3 ways to evaluate your income Earning well or poorly is not just a question of salary. In the economy, income is relative and can be analyzed by different criteria — such as the country's position in the income distribution, purchasing power and how much is left at the end of the month. The cost of living helps define the real value of income. Another factor is stability. One-off gains do not sustain a standard of living over time. In the end, the balance of the budget matters: those who earn more and spend less can live tight, while a smaller, well-organized income guarantees more stability and predictability. In this video, you will understand the three main ways to know if you earn well or poorly. Every week, g1 Explains simplifies the economy, the financial market and financial education, showing how all of this affects your pocket.