When asked how they identify their social class 54% of Americans said they belong to the middle class, according to one survey.

“Middle class” is often used as a monolithic term. When politicians invoke it, they’re referring to anyone who isn’t wildly wealthy or who wouldn’t classify as financially disadvantaged. But there’s ...

Understanding your place within America’s socio-economic spectrum can be challenging, especially with the existence of five distinct wealth classes. These classifications vary significantly across ...

In the United States, class distinction is more than just a matter of perception—it’s a measurable reality grounded in household income. The latest Census data offers a clear look at how Americans are ...

Though terms like these can’t fully encapsulate people’s specific financial realities, they can be useful. The differences between how the lower middle class and upper middle class are living can ...