This study investigates the regional and urban-size differentials in hourly earnings in the United States as of 1959. Victor R. Fuchs, a noted economist, analyzes the available data to understand the economic factors influencing wage variations across different geographic areas and population densities. The work aims to provide a quantitative understanding of these disparities.

This work by Victor R. Fuchs is a specialized economic study focusing on a specific historical dataset concerning wage differentials. Its detailed quantitative analysis suggests it would be of interest to economists, researchers, and students specializing in labor economics and regional studies. The book likely provides a foundational dataset and analysis for understanding historical wage structures in the United States.