The term "5-figure salary" refers to an annual income between $10,000 and $99,999. Using figures to describe salaries is common in the United States, as it allows people to communicate their income without being too specific, which is considered impolite. However, the term "5-figure salary" is not as meaningful as "6-figure salary," which implies a strong financial position with an annual income between $100,000 and $999,999. To provide more context, people can specify "low 5 figures" or "high 5 figures" to indicate their income range within the 5-figure bracket.