VP candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz are both trying to target middle-class voters. But the middle class itself is a loosely defined demographic — more of an identity. Despite varied definitions, many ...

The GOP nominee and former president, Donald Trump, and his fellow Republicans started off this cycle with an enormous advantage on the economy and in about six short months have managed to blow it.

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This report examines key changes in the economic status of the American middle class from 1970 to 2023 and its demographic attributes in 2022. The historical analysis is based on U.S. Census Bureau ...

To be considered upper middle class in today’s economy, a study based on 2023 Census Bureau data argues you must have a median salary between $117K and $150K. Of course, income not only varies widely ...

A new Transamerica report highlighted the middle class's concerns about retirement. It said that 39% of respondents were concerned Social Security benefits would be reduced or depleted. They're also ...

The term "middle class" is thrown around all the time—especially during an election year—but what does it really mean? And more importantly, are you part of it? While definitions can vary, being ...

In the United States and other developed countries, the middle-class has long been the indicator of a strong economy. They’re our teachers, accountants, nurses and more. Having a healthy middle class ...

America's middle class, traditionally considered the backbone of the nation and its economic engine, has been shrinking for the past 50 years, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. A study ...