Stationary chairs
By Furniture Today Staff -- Furniture Today, February 23, 2004
Stationary chairs are a popular purchase for high-income households. Slightly more than one-half of buyers have household incomes of $75,000 or more, and 30% have incomes of $100,000 or more.
The median amount spent on an occasional chair increases with income.
| Income | Median spent |
|---|---|
| under $40,000 | $280 |
| $40,000 - $74,999 | $400 |
| $75,000 or more | $500 |
| $100,000 or more | $750 |
Regionally speaking, Westerners spent the most on their occasional chair, a median of $500. Households in the Midwest spent a median of $430, and households in the South and Northeast each spent a median of $400.
When comparing generations, baby boomers and Generation X comprise the majority of buyers. Gen X'ers spent the least amount, a median of $375; younger boomers spent the most, a median of $540; and older boomers spent a median of $500.
Fabric covers more than three-fifths of the stationary chairs purchased in 2002 and 2003. Nearly two-fifths are covered in a solid in color; 17% a floral pattern; and, 6% a stripe pattern.
Design-wise, more than half the chairs bought have roll arms; more than two-fifths have a high back; and, one-fourth have exposed wood.
