Here's how much you need to earn to be considered upper class in every state ... DAMN ... how you livin in your state?

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Are you lower, middle or upper class...? If you live in the United States, there's actually quite an easy way to work out the answer to that question. With data from the US Census Bureau that was analysed and compiled by Business Insider, we're able to take a closer look at just how much money your household needs to bring in per year in order for your family to be able to classify themselves as upper class. The numbers are based on the Pew Research Center's definition of what upper class is (that your household earns at least double a state's median household income). So let's take a look at all 50 states
Mississippi - Annual household income needed to be considered 'upper class': $105,438
Awkwardly claiming 50th place, Mississippi has the lowest upper class threshold in the nation, requiring just over $105,438 per household to qualify. While nearly 19.3% of residents make this amount, high poverty rates and a serious lack of major corporate hubs keep overall wages suppressed. The Magnolia State’s economy leans heavily on agriculture and manufacturing, with few high-paying tech or finance jobs boosting earnings (Picture: Getty Images)

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West Virginia - $108,658
Coal country isn't known for high salaries and West Virginia’s upper class threshold reflects that. The state has struggled a fair bit with job losses in mining and manufacturing over the past few decades too, leading to a lower cost of living and wages. Only about 17% of households qualify as upper class here. However, growth in tourism and outdoor recreation is slowly bringing in new money

 

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Louisiana - $110,832
Despite being home to energy giants and the vibrant tourism industry of New Orleans, Louisiana’s median income is pretty low. The oil and gas sector has been volatile for some years and the state ranks poorly in education and infrastructure, which limits high-paying job opportunities. Around 18% of Louisiana’s residents are considered upper class, earning more than $110,832 between their household. However, with lower housing costs, this amount (and even a fair few grand less) still provides a comfortable lifestyle

 

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Arkansas - $110,864
Home to retail giants Walmart, Arkansas does have little pockets of wealth, particularly in Bentonville and Little Rock. But outside of these areas, wages remain quite modest. Agriculture and transportation dominate the economy and despite a slowly growing tech presence, only about 16% of residents reach upper class status here

 

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Kentucky - $118,682
The Bluegrass State’s economy’s long been tied to the things it’s famous for like horse racing, bourbon and coal. But, recently, it's been diversifying. Louisville has become a real hub for healthcare and logistics, helping to increase wages in urban areas. Still, only about 17% of Kentuckian households make at least $118,682. The state’s rural areas keep median incomes down, though its affordability makes upper class status more accessible than in many other states

 

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Oklahoma - $119,346
With a strong energy sector, Oklahoma has relatively high wages for a Southern state. However, the decline of oil prices in recent years has slowed salary growth some. On the other hand, aerospace, manufacturing and biotech are growing industries. Upper class status remains attainable at just under $120,000 per household. About 18% of Oklahomans fall into this category

 

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Alabama - $119,348
The Heart of Dixie has seen pretty decent industrial growth in recent years, with major automotive manufacturers boosting wages in the state. However, Alabama still ranks among the lower-income states, with only around 18% of residents making at least $119,348 to qualify for upper class status

 

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New Mexico - $119,452
Known as the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico has a fairly diverse economy that’s fueled by government jobs, energy production and no small amount of tourism. While Santa Fe and Albuquerque offer high-paying opportunities, rural parts of the state struggle with economic stagnation. Around 16% of households qualify as upper class, with $119,452 as the benchmark

 

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South Carolina - $128,230
With a booming manufacturing sector and growing tech hubs in cities like Charleston and Greenville, South Carolina has seen some income growth in recent years. Still, its upper class threshold remains relatively low at $128,230. Around 19% of the state’s households qualify. The cost of living, especially outside of coastal areas, remains low, making high earners' money go further. So it’s not all bad

 

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Missouri - $129,622
The Show-Me State has a pretty well-balanced economy, with major companies like Anheuser-Busch and Boeing providing a decent smattering of high-paying jobs. However, rural areas keep the median income lower, like everywhere else. Around 20% of Missourians are in the upper class bracket, earning above $129,622. Kansas City and St. Louis see the highest wages

 

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Tennessee - $130,508
Music City’s booming economy has helped push salaries upward, with tech, healthcare and - of course - music fuelling Nashville’s rapid growth. However, Tennessee’s rural areas still have relatively low wages, keeping the state’s median income down. Roughly 19% of Tennessee households are upper class, with the benchmark sitting at $130,508. The absence of state income tax helps higher earners hold on to more of their wealth

 

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Ohio - $131,440
A mildly jarring mixture of old industrial towns and growing metro areas like Columbus makes Ohio’s income distribution a little uneven. The state’s economy is driven by healthcare, manufacturing and finance, with around 20% of households reaching upper class status at $131,440

 

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Indiana - $133,570
Over to The Hoosier State next where manufacturing remains the backbone of Indiana’s economy, keeping wages stable but unremarkable. Indianapolis has seen growth in tech and logistics, but rural areas lag behind. About 19% of Indiana residents qualify as upper class, needing at least $133,570 in household income. Affordable housing makes this income level quite comfortable for Indianans, though

 

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Michigan - $133,972
The resurgence of Detroit and Michigan’s auto industry has kept incomes competitive, though rural areas still struggle. The state has a strong upper class, with 19% of residents making at least $133,972

 

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North Carolina - $134,962
Banking hub Charlotte and the tech-heavy Research Triangle have brought high-paying jobs to North Carolina, nudging its upper class threshold up to $134,962. About 20% of households in the state qualify

 

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Montana - $135,262
Big Sky Country has seen an influx of remote workers and wealthy folk moving there in recent years, especially in areas like Bozeman and Missoula. Mostly digital nomads and successful small business owners who are hooked on Yellowstone. This has driven up costs but hasn’t drastically changed median incomes. Around 17% of Montanans earn above the $135,262 upper class threshold

 

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Kansas - $137,850
About 18% of Kansas households are upper class, earning over $137,850. This windy state’s affordability makes the higher end income level quite comfortable, particularly when it comes to housing costs. Agriculture and aviation are major drivers of Kansas’ economy, but salaries here remain fairly unimpressive compared to the rest of the country

 

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Florida - $138,606
Florida’s income gap is among the widest in the nation. While parts of Miami, Tampa and Orlando see super high salaries in finance and tech, rural areas and parts of the Panhandle keep median incomes a fair bit lower. To be upper class here, a household needs to make at least $138,606. Yet nearly 20% of Floridians earn more, thanks to the state’s booming economy and lack of income tax

 

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Maine - $139,086
Next up we have The Pine Tree State, a genteel place with a slower pace of life. And an economy driven by tourism and fishing. Salaries are fairly modest, with only about 16% of households making the $139,086 upper class threshold. While Portland has a growing professional sector

 

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Iowa - $139,176
Iowa’s strong farming economy and a growing tech sector in Des Moines have kept incomes steady over there, but the upper class threshold remains quite low at $139,176. That’s allowed 18% of Iowans to earn above this mark and achieve upper class status. The state’s low housing costs mean that six-figure earners can enjoy a high standard of living compared to more expensive parts of the country. Basically, your money goes a long way in The Hawkeye State

 

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Nebraska - $139,194
Nebraskans live in a state which has a pretty stable economy. Largely due to its solid mix of agriculture, finance and insurance industries. Omaha, which is home to Fortune 500 companies like Berkshire Hathaway, sees the highest salaries. The state’s upper class threshold sits at $139,194, with around 19% of households qualifying

 

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South Dakota - $139,456
Absolutely no state income tax and a low cost of living make South Dakota really rather attractive to high earners, but wages there are generally still modest. The upper class threshold here is $139,456, with about 17% of households meeting that level

 

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Wyoming - $140,084
The Cowboy State is famously one of the least populated in the US and its economy relies largely on energy production and agriculture. Plus tourism, to a lesser degree. While Jackson Hole is home to some of the nation’s wealthiest residents, the rest of the state sees far lower wages. The upper class cut-off is just over $140,000, with roughly 16% of Wyomingites meeting that mark

 

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Wisconsin - $141,992
Manufacturing, healthcare and agriculture define Wisconsin’s economy, but salaries remain lowish in many areas. To be considered upper class, households need to pull in just shy of $142,000. Around a fifth of Wisconsinites fall into that category, with wages higher in cities like Madison and Milwaukee

 

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Pennsylvania - $143,596
The Keystone State has strong economic diversity, with finance, healthcare and manufacturing contributing to the higher salaries. The upper class threshold here is $143,596, with roughly 19% of households hitting or surpassing it. While Philly and Pittsburgh provide high-paying opportunities, many smaller towns still have lower wages due to declining industrial jobs. Which is true of many other states and areas in America’s ‘Rust Belt

 

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North Dakota - $143,940
A remarkably strong energy sector has given the state of North Dakota one of the highest median incomes in the country. Which is a fact that may surprise a few. The upper class benchmark is $143,940, with about 18% of households reaching that level every year. The oil boom in recent years has driven wages up, but outside of energy-related jobs, incomes remain a little low

 

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Texas - $144,568
As we all know, literally everything’s bigger in Texas. And that includes the income gap. With booming tech, oil and finance industries, the Lone Star State has a large number of upper class households. Around 20% of Texans earn above this amount, with Austin, Dallas and Houston leading in high salaries However, rural areas remain far lower in income. The wage disparity can actually be quite shocking

 

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Nevada - $144,666
There are no prizes for guessing where a lot of Nevada’s money comes from. Tourism and gaming dominate Nevada’s economy, but wages vary widely. While the Las Vegas Strip generates significant wealth, many service industry jobs keep median incomes lower. The state’s upper class threshold is $144,666 and around 18% of households make this amount or more. With no state income tax, high earners keep more of their wealth too. If they can swerve the roulette wheels and slot machines, that is

 

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Idaho - $145,570
Once a true American agricultural stronghold, Idaho has seen a tech and real estate boom of late, particularly over in Boise. Despite rising wages, the upper class benchmark remains relatively low at $145,570. So around 15% of Idahoans qualify as upper class

 

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Georgia - $145,674
Atlanta’s booming movie, finance and tech industries have helped raise incomes in The Peach State a fair bit. To be considered upper class though, a household needs to earn $145,674 or more. About 19% of Georgians qualify, with the highest salaries concentrated, as you’d expect, in the big cities

 

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Vermont - $147,982
The leafy state of Vermont’s economy relies largely on tourism, healthcare and small businesses, which keep wages steady but unremarkable. The upper class threshold here is $147,982, with around 17% of households earning above that

 

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Arizona - $149,136
The Grand Canyon State has seen a bit of a real estate and tech boom over in the likes of Phoenix and Tucson in recent years, raising wages but also living costs. The upper class threshold sits at $149,136, with about 18% of Arizonans earning above that

 

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Oregon - $151,314
To the Pacific northwest next and Oregonians need to pull down more than £150k as a household to achieve upper class status in their home state. However, the state’s high cost of living means that earning middle-to-high end six figures doesn’t necessarily feel luxurious, especially in urban areas like Portland

 

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Illinois - $153,416
Chicago’s financial and tech industries drive high wages, but the rest of Illinois sees much lower incomes, particularly in agricultural areas. While the Windy City offers many high-paying jobs, its high taxes and cost of living offset some of those earnings