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DSA Reveals 28% Earn Over $100K, Mostly Millennials

4/26/2026

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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) reported that 28% of its members earned over $100,000 in 2021 and 56% hold office-type jobs, contradicting its anti-rich stance.
The median member age fell to 33 by 2021, with 73% classified as Millennials or Gen Z.
Over 80% of respondents have college degrees, 35% hold a master’s or professional credential, while Black members comprise 4%, non-binary 10%, and LGBTQIA+ 32%.

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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) reported that 28% of its members earned over $100,000 in 2021 and 56% hold office-type jobs, contradicting its anti-rich stance.
The median member age fell to 33 by 2021, with 73% classified as Millennials or Gen Z.
Over 80% of respondents have college degrees, 35% hold a master’s or professional credential, while Black members comprise 4%, non-binary 10%, and LGBTQIA+ 32%.