Are women paid less than men in STEM?

Unfortunately, yes. Women in all fields of work, especially STEM, are paid less than their male counterparts even in the same job roles. For instance, in the United States, men in STEM jobs earn an average of $36.34 per hour, while women earn $31.11 per hour. This disparity persists even when accounting for factors like education and age. To add to that, a 2023 report highlighted that in Norway, men earn an average of 13% more than women, a gap that remains even when comparing individuals with the same job, experience, and qualifications. While progress is being made, the pay gap still exists, and many organizations are working towards making equal pay for women in STEM careers the norm.