Think 7 figures is enough to get into America's 10% club? It's only the first step. Here's the net worth you really need
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Persistent labor shortages driven by retiring baby boomers and slower immigration have fueled strong income growth.
60% confidenceAffluent baby boomers control the bulk of their generation's $85 trillion-plus in wealth.
60% confidence$1 million net worth no longer qualifies as 'affluent' in the United States.
60% confidenceThe affluence threshold varies widely by region due to differences in regional purchasing power — the $1.8M/$210K figures are national averages.
60% confidenceNearly 50% of Americans are making one big Social Security mistake.
60% confidenceBaby boomers account for only 12% of affluent households but are responsible for 42% of affluent spending.
60% confidenceJP Morgan forecasts gold will reach $6,000 per ounce before 2027.
60% confidenceThe income required to be considered affluent rose 24% from 2019 to 2023, partly due to the surge in asset prices during that period.
60% confidenceAn estimated 1,000 Americans achieved a net worth of $1 million every day in 2024, driven by booming stocks, strong real estate values, and a resilient dollar.
60% confidence57% of affluent U.S. households are Gen Xers.
60% confidenceThere are 23 million Americans who are millionaires, of which only 12.2 million are considered affluent.
60% confidenceAffluence in the U.S. (top 10% of households) now requires a net worth of at least $1.8 million or an annual income of $210,000.
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