The upper-class incomes were the only ones to rise over those 16 years. The 2018 piece from Pew reported that, in 2016, the median income for the upper class was $187,872. For the middle class, it was $78,442, and for the lower class, it was $25,624 (in 2016 dollars; figures reflect a three-person household).

What is considered an upper class?

The term upper class refers to a group of individuals who occupy the highest place and status in society. These people are considered the wealthiest, lying above the working and middle class in the social hierarchy.

How much does the average 22 year old make?

What was the average and median income by age in 2020?AgeAverage75%21$19,980.30$26,200.0022$24,610.08$32,800.0023$27,923.02$38,401.0024$35,442.22$45,010.0037 more rows