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This study analyzes the factors influencing the wage gap that arises when middle-aged individuals reenter the workforce after early retirement, with a particular focus on human capital theory. Specifically, it explores how the gap between expected and actual wages can be explained by various factors. A survey was conducted with 268 reemployed individuals aged between 40 and 59, and multiple regression analysis was performed. The results indicate that gender, educational attainment, and occupational field significantly affect both expected and actual wages. Women reported lower expectations and actual earnings than men, while individuals with a graduate-level education showed higher wage levels. Regarding the wage gap between expected and actual wages, gender, age, and education were significant factors. Gender and education emerged as the primary influences on reemployment wages. The wage gap was wider among men, whereas women and older individuals tended to have smaller gaps due to similarly low expected and actual wages. These findings suggest the need for gender-specific employment support policies, targeted job creation strategies for older workers, and further research on reemployment wages among highly educated middle-aged individuals.

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