A lot of people think the U.S. middle class is shrinking. But as of 2022, a good 52% of Americans lived in a middle-class household, says Pew Research Center. Meanwhile, 28% of Americans are part of ...

So, you’ve been working hard, keeping an eye on your budget, maybe even sneaking in a few smart investments — but have you crossed that elusive “upper class” line this year? If not, don’t sweat it.