"New York's Sky-High Living Costs: What Income Qualifies as Middle Class? A new report from the Democrat and Chronicle sheds light on the economic realities of living in the Empire State. As one of the most expensive states to call home, New Yorkers are grappling with the question: what income is needed to be considered middle class? According to the report, the answer is far from straightforward, as the cost of living in the state varies greatly depending on location, lifestyle, and other factors. With rent, taxes, and other expenses skyrocketing, New Yorkers are finding it increasingly difficult to make ends meet, leaving many to wonder: what income is truly middle class in the state?"


What income is needed to be middle class in New York  Democrat and Chronicle