How can I measure socio economic status in a survey?

I am constructing a survey questionnaire composed of demographics and I want to ask about the income status. How can do that?

How can I measure socio economic status in a survey?
you could ask about occupation, as well as whether they rent or own. Also, their credit status would point you in the right direction
Reply:Ask questions about occupation, education, income, and wealth. This application might help you: http://www.nytimes.com/packages/html/nat...