An interesting read:
That’s Rich! Why So Many Wealthy Americans Think They’re Middle Class | Alternet
That’s Rich! Why So Many Wealthy Americans Think They’re Middle Class | Alternet
According to IRS data, 99 percent of American households make less than $388,000 a year, and 95 percent make less than $167,000 a year. The true middle in terms of income — that is, the cutoff to be in the top 50 percent of earners — is roughly $35,000 a year.