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High Earners Report Financial Distress Amid Rising Costs

11/19/2025

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The Harris Poll finds that many U.S. high earners feel financially insecure.
Nearly one-third of respondents earning over $100,000 describe themselves as financially distressed, with 64% saying their income only allows for "survival mode."
Among those earning $200,000 or more, a similar share reports financial struggles.
High costs for groceries and housing contribute to the anxiety, as 1 in 4 U.S. households live paycheck to paycheck.

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Story summary

The Harris Poll finds that many U.S. high earners feel financially insecure.
Nearly one-third of respondents earning over $100,000 describe themselves as financially distressed, with 64% saying their income only allows for "survival mode."
Among those earning $200,000 or more, a similar share reports financial struggles.
High costs for groceries and housing contribute to the anxiety, as 1 in 4 U.S. households live paycheck to paycheck.