More Americans Slipping Out of Middle Class as Basic Needs Become Unaffordable

Struggling to Afford Basic Needs - Inability to pay for essentials like housing, food, healthcare signals slipping from middle class

Lack of Savings - No emergency fund or retirement savings indicates loss of financial stability

Debt Burden - Excessive, high-interest debt is not sustainable, unlike middle class norms

Job Insecurity - Unpredictable income and lack of benefits reflect weakening economic status

Barriers to Homeownership - Inability to buy or maintain a home signals departure from middle class