$100K Qualifies as ‘Lower-Middle Class’ in 12 States. See How Illinois Ranks

Here’s where $100K puts you in the lower-middle class

The days of households earning $100,000 a year being considered upper-middle class appear to be ending in some parts of the United States.According to a new report by MoneyLion, a household income of $100,000 would put families in 12 states into the lower-middle class. The middle class is defined as households making anywhere from two-thirds to twice the median income.Using 2024 U.S. Census Bureau figures, the median household income nationwide …

Earning around $100,000 is ‘lower-middle class’ in 12 states, report finds

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Staggering six-figure income now means you’re ‘lower-middle class’ in 12 states — including California

California, New Hampshire and Washington are among the 12 states where a $100,000 annual salary is considered lower middle class according to a new report from Money Lion.

$100K qualifies as ‘lower-middle class’ in 12 states. See how Illinois ranks

A six-figure income used to be shorthand for “rich.” Now, it’s barely enough to get by in many parts of the country.

$100K qualifies as 'lower-middle class' in Massachusetts

A six-figure income used to be shorthand for "rich." Now, it's barely enough to get by in many parts of the country.

$100K qualifies as 'lower-middle class' in California, 11 other states

A six-figure income used to be shorthand for "rich." Now, it's barely enough to get by in many parts of the country.