The middle class has been steadily shrinking since 1971. According to the Pew Research Center, however, roughly 51% of Americans still fell into this category in 2024. While defining each class is ...

For people who grew up middle class, wealth is all about belonging and community. Considering the number of households that are categorized as middle class is quickly shrinking, it’s not surprising ...

A little over half of all Americans are considered “middle class,” according to the Pew Research Center. In comparison, only 19% of households are “upper class.” Middle-class households are those who ...