I would say that it's self evident that 14th century workers got a better deal than todays workers comparatively and the burden of proof would be on you if you are claiming otherwise.
Back then people died younger due to war or disease. Starting in 1350 the black death killed around a third of the population of England. I would say almost certainly the average labourer of the 14th century would have had much more power and influence than the average labourer would today.
I did do a google search though. This link from the economist is quite interesting and cites numerous studies.
You're comparing the average medieval laborer, who was pretty solidly middle class, to a modern laborer, who is at best working class if not working poor. As another poster points out, a strong, healthy 18-20 year old male trained in a skill is a lot more useful in 1350 than the same person with the same training/education.
Back then people died younger due to war or disease. Starting in 1350 the black death killed around a third of the population of England. I would say almost certainly the average labourer of the 14th century would have had much more power and influence than the average labourer would today.
I did do a google search though. This link from the economist is quite interesting and cites numerous studies.
http://www.economist.com/blogs/freeexchange/2013/10/economic...