Rising costs could make these six once-attainable luxuries unaffordable for the upper middle class in five years—see which ...

The foods that lived in your childhood fridge reveal more about your class background than you might realize—here are eight ...

Hobbies reveal stark social divides, extending beyond income to differing views on time and investment. Upper-middle-class ...

In the past, being considered upper-middle class meant being able to afford the kind of comfort that isn’t cheap or common. But now, according to Mafe Aclado, finance expert and general manager of ...

Have you ever wondered what those with more financial means tend to spend their money on? If you’re in the middle class, it’s likely you’ve asked yourself this question before. How do those in the ...

Ever feel like you're doing pretty well but aren't quite sure if you've made it into the upper middle class? You're not alone. These days, financial success doesn't always feel like success—especially ...

Many Americans underestimate their financial standing, especially those who prioritize saving over status or opt for stability over flash. While “upper-middle class” can feel like an elusive label, it ...

“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 ...

Economic standing is not divided into simply the upper, middle, and lower classes. Those with a specific combination of ...

It’s no secret that life has gotten more expensive over the years. But when looking back in time, the income required to be middle class or even upper-middle class might surprise you. Before we jump ...

Earning more than $110,000 in household income doesn't make you rich — but in most states, it means you're upper-middle class. Nationwide, upper-middle class households earn a median income between ...

A Business Insider analysis reveals the household income needed to be middle class in major US cities, and it's highest in California and Virginia.