You've probably heard people say they earn 6 figures or have a 6-figure job. But really, what's six figures? How much is 6 figures? What are the common 6 figure jobs? Should you be thrilled to earn six figures?
Six figures refer to a six-digit number from 100,000 to 999,999. The figure means that an individual or company earns between $100,000 to $999,999 per month or year. In other words, the income isn't less than or more than a 6-digit number.
If you earn six figures, does it make you wealthy? Well, yes and no. While earning a 6-figure salary may signify status and success, it may not indicate that you're wealthy. And that's because the term is relative and subjective.