First, Second, and Third Estates
| First Estate - Clergy | Second Estate - Nobles | Third Estate - Middle and Lower Class | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percent of Population | 1% | 2% | 97% |
| Typical Jobs | Church officials | Landlords Government officials Military Leaders |
Bourgeoisie (Merchants, Lawyers, Manufacturers, Intellectuals) + Unskilled urban laborers + Peasants (Farmers) |
| Percent of Land owned | 10% | 25% | 65% |
| Percentage of income paid in taxes | 2% | 0% | 50% |
| Representation at the Estates General | 33% | 33% | 33% |
