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Why Middle-Class Earners Quietly Becoming Millionaires Can Still Feel Broke

Last updated: October 8, 2025 12:04 pm
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Increasingly, middle-class Americans are finding themselves among the ranks of millionaires – at least in theory. Thanks to decades of growth in home values, retirement contributions, and stock market increases, achieving a net worth of $1 million is becoming more of a standard occurrence.

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Despite this, many of these households do not perceive themselves as wealthy, and in today’s financial landscape, they may not be. Rising expenses, extended lifespans, and surprise costs are redefining what it means to be affluent.

Here’s how middle-class earners are subtly amassing wealth – and why this might not suffice.

Reaching the $1 million milestone was once a hallmark of immense wealth.

Currently, more middle-class families achieve this threshold via diligent savings and home value rises. However, that does not necessarily guarantee financial independence.

“An increasing number of middle-class Americans are reaching that million-dollar threshold because of sustained appreciation in home values and retirement accounts,” stated Kaveh Vahdat, founder and president of RiseOpp, a marketing and strategy organization focused on tracking consumer and financial trends.

Vahdat elaborated, “However, having a high net worth on paper does not guarantee financial stability. Much of that wealth is embedded in their primary residence or retirement accounts that cannot be accessed without penalties. They feel financially strained due to their cash flow, healthcare fees, and everyday expenses.”

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Achieving the $1 million target may appear impressive, yet its real purchasing power has significantly decreased over time. Inflation and increasing costs in housing, healthcare, and daily living have overshadowed the relevance of this milestone.

“The prices for basic essentials—like groceries, rent, and insurance—have been rising quicker than wage growth and certain investment returns,” explained Sean McSweeney, Chief Advisory Officer at Voyant Health.

A significant element that diminishes the value of a $1 million retirement fund is the escalating healthcare expenses, particularly for couples living into their 80s or 90s. “For retirees, healthcare may amount to at least $300,000 annually,” McSweeney added. “You can exhaust your million-dollar savings swiftly if you have a long lifespan.”

Many middle-class individuals with million-dollar net worths find most of their wealth is locked in assets that are not readily accessible. Being “house rich but cash poor” presents an increasing dilemma, especially when surging living expenses increase the need for financial flexibility.

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