Georgians think women are overpaid and men are underpaid for the same job

A World Bank study in Georgia found that people consistently believe women are overpaid and men are underpaid for the same work. This bias holds true across different jobs and regions, even when men and women have similar education levels.

This study shows that deeply held social beliefs, not just economic factors, drive gender pay gaps. It means that even if women achieve the same education and skills as men, they still face a hidden barrier to fair pay. Governments and employers trying to close these gaps will need to address these underlying attitudes, not just formal policies.