Pyramid chart

Alternative name:

Triangle chart

This is a chart that's shaped like a pyramid, showing hierarchical levels and their sizes. It's similar to a funnel chart, but inverted. It represents data as portions of a 100% (the individual segments add up to the whole).

Tips for use and when NOT to use

Use for hierarchical data with clear levels. Label each level clearly and consider using a color gradient to represent different values. Don't use if your data isn't hierarchical or if there are too many levels, because it can become visually overwhelming.

Use case / Examples

1. To show how business leaders progress from awareness of sustainability initiatives to implementation.
2. To show the hierarchy of factors influencing employee engagement — from basic needs (compensation, job security) to higher-order needs such as self-actualisation.

Question example:

How would you categorise your company in terms of its approach to innovation (laggard, follower, challenger, leader)?

Recommended Survey Question Types:

Ranking question, Rating scale, Single mention

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