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Six-Figure Incomes: Middle-Class Misconceptions Across States

3/21/2025

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In the U.S., a six-figure income typically signifies middle-class status rather than true wealth.
Massachusetts leads with a middle-class income range of $66,565 to $199,716.
New Jersey follows closely, with a range of $64,750 to $194,252, the highest among its neighbors.
Middle-class definitions differ by state, reflecting variations in living costs.

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Story summary

In the U.S., a six-figure income typically signifies middle-class status rather than true wealth.
Massachusetts leads with a middle-class income range of $66,565 to $199,716.
New Jersey follows closely, with a range of $64,750 to $194,252, the highest among its neighbors.
Middle-class definitions differ by state, reflecting variations in living costs.