Upper class

Upper class in contemporary societies is the social class composed of people who hold the highest social status. Commonly these are the wealthiest members of society who wield the greatest political power.

Another common factor which confers a higher social status is a person's educational level.

Upper class in the United States

According to Yahoo Finance: "According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median household income in 2022 was $74,580. To reach the upper class in 2024, you’d typically need an income exceeding $153,000 – more than double the national median."

See also

• Upward mobility
• Aristocracy
• Bourgeoisie
• Middle class
• Social class and Economic class

External links

• Upper Class: Definition, Salary, Example, and Other Social Classes, Investopedia

Videos on upper class:

• 15 Things That Whisper "I’m High Class"

Videos on the British upper class:

• How The British Upper Class Live
• An Inside Look At Upper Class Social Events