The middle-class income range in Alaska is between $57,776 and $172,466 for a two-person family, between $62,818 and $187,516 for a three-person family, and between $69,727 and $208,140 for a four-person family. While the middle-class income may seem average, the cost of living in the state can be challenging due to high costs for food and housing. Nevertheless, Alaskans are managing well, with 45.57% of households considered middle-income.

2-person family middle-class income range: $44,015 to $131,388

3-person family middle-class income range: $47,098 to $140,592

4-person family middle-class income range: $55,092 to $164,454

In Arkansas, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $36,376 and $108,586, for a three-person family it’s between $41,271 and $123,198, and for a four-person family, it’s between $47,895 and $142,970. Similar to other southern states, Arkansas ranks low in terms of middle-class income. Despite the low cost of living and housing, the state’s poverty rate is high at 15.2%. Only 34.6% of households in Arkansas reach middle-income status.

2-person family middle-class income range: $52,681 to $157,258

3-person family middle-class income range: $57,796 to $172,524

4-person family middle-class income range: $66,091 to $197,288

2-person family middle-class income range: $54,159 to $161,668

3-person family middle-class income range: $60,635 to $181,000

4-person family middle-class income range: $71,100 to $212,240

In Connecticut, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $58,508 and $174,652, for a three-person family it’s between $68,170 and $203,492, and for a four-person family, it’s between $83,808 and $250,174. While the middle-class income ranges seem high, some claim that Connecticut isn’t quite friendly to the middle class. Data supports this, as Connecticut has one of the lowest percentages of middle-class households at 38.82%.

In Delaware, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $49,705 and $148,374, for a three-person family it’s between $57,849 and $172,684, and for a four-person family, it’s between $69,613 and $207,800. Delaware has some of the highest income ranges in the country, especially for four-person families. With an average household income of around $72,420, it’s safe to say that Delaware is doing well, which aligns with the overall high scores of the northeast.

2-person family middle-class income range: $41,696 to $124,466

3-person family middle-class income range: $45,512 to $135,858

4-person family middle-class income range: $54,322 to $162,154

2-person family middle-class income range: $42,773 to $127,680

3-person family middle-class income range: $48,298 to $144,172

4-person family middle-class income range: $56,850 to $169,702

The middle-class income range in Hawaii is between $53,522 and $159,766 for a two-person family, between $64,447 and $192,378 for a three-person family, and between $72,694 and $216,996 for a four-person family. Despite its geographical isolation, Hawaii’s middle-class income ranges rank among the top 25 in the United States. The median household income is $76,084, and the poverty rate is lower than the national average at 9%.

The middle-class income range in Idaho is between $41,527 and $123,960 for a two-person family, between $45,395 and $135,508 for a three-person family, and between $53,479 and $159,640 for a four-person family. A total of 41.6% of households in Idaho are middle-income. However, compared to other top middle-income states on the list, it has a smaller-than-average percentage of upper-income households. Idaho just barely avoids being in the bottom 10 for lowest middle-class income ranges.

2-person family middle-class income range: $48,972 to $146,186

3-person family middle-class income range: $56,939 to $169,968

4-person family middle-class income range: $68,452 to $204,334

2-person family middle-class income range: $42,360 to $126,448

3-person family middle-class income range: $49,472 to $147,678

4-person family middle-class income range: $58,007 to $173,156

In Iowa, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $46,347 and $138,350, for a three-person family it’s between $52,985 and $158,164, and for a four-person family, it’s between $63,128 and $188,442. Iowa is doing well, with one of the highest percentages of middle-class families in the nation. Half of the households, 40.93%, in the state are considered middle-income. In terms of range rankings, it’s right in the middle.

In Kansas, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $45,939 and $137,130, for a three-person family it’s between $52,285 and $156,076, and for a four-person family, it’s between $60,490 and $180,568. Kansas has a significant number of households that qualify as “middle-class,” with the percentage of middle-income households reaching 40.3%. Interestingly, the U.S. Census Bureau found that the average household in the state is only 2.52 people.

The middle-class income range in Kentucky is between $37,627 and $112,318 for a two-person family, between $44,132 and $131,736 for a three-person family, and between $53,873 and $160,814 for a four-person family. Kentucky is one of the bottom 10 states in the nation with the lowest percentage of middle-class families. Only 36.65% of households can be considered middle-income, while Kentucky also has a staggering poverty rate of 14.9%.

In Louisiana, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $37,312 and $111,378, for a three-person family it’s between $43,139 and $128,774, and for a four-person family, it’s between $54,792 and $163,558. Louisiana ranks in the bottom 10 for two- and three-person family middle-income ranges. It ranks a little higher for four-person families, but the number of people living in the middle-class range is only 40.9%. Most people live in lower-income households, which make up 45.7%.

The middle-class income range in Maine is between $43,831 and $130,840 for a two-person family, between $53,410 and $159,434 for a three-person family, and between $62,685 and $187,120 for a four-person family. Maine ranks 14th among states with the highest percentage of middle-income households, with 37.63% of households meeting the criteria. The state’s poverty rate is relatively low, with only 10.6% of people living in poverty, possibly due to the lower income range.

2-person family middle-class income range: $60,487 to $180,558

3-person family middle-class income range: $70,551 to $210,600

4-person family middle-class income range: $83,621 to $249,614

2-person family middle-class income range: $57,063 to $170,338

3-person family middle-class income range: $71,220 to $212,596

4-person family middle-class income range: $87,939 to $262,504

2-person family middle-class income range: $42,701 to $127,466

3-person family middle-class income range: $51,221 to $152,898

4-person family middle-class income range: $62,640 to $186,984

The middle-class income range in Minnesota is between $52,135 and $155,628 for a two-person family, between $63,777 and $190,380 for a three-person family, and between $75,671 and $225,884 for a four-person family.

The middle-class income range in Mississippi is between $34,818 and $103,934 for a two-person family, between $38,130 and $113,820 for a three-person family, and between $46,144 and $137,742 for a four-person family. Mississippi is also one of the poorest states in the nation, with the middle-class accounting for only about 31.66% of households. The majority of the state’s residents live in lower-income households, which make up a staggering 48%.

2-person family middle-class income range: $41,764 to $124,668

3-person family middle-class income range: $48,967 to $146,170

4-person family middle-class income range: $59,308 to $177,038

In Montana, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $43,244 and $129,086, for a three-person family it’s between $50,063 and $149,442, and for a four-person family, it’s between $58,586 and $174,884. Montana’s income ranges are on the lower end, but the state remains attractive due to its low property tax rates, one of the lowest in the country.

In Nebraska, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $47,635 and $142,194, for a three-person family it’s between $53,725 and $160,374, and for a four-person family, it’s between $62,752 and $187,320. Nebraska is another state that has a high percentage of middle-class.

The middle-class income range in Nevada is between $44,128 and $131,726 for a two-person family, between $48,075 and $143,508 for a three-person family, and between $55,281 and $165,018 for a four-person family. Nevada is an intriguing state, with one of the highest percentages of families living in middle-income households – 39.68%. However, the state’s unemployment rate is higher than the national average at 4.7%. Nevada is also one of the most tax-friendly states on the list.

In New Hampshire, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $54,027 and $161,274, for a three-person family it’s between $67,094 and $200,280, and for a four-person family, it’s between $80,950 and $241,642. Northeastern states like New Hampshire have high rankings for middle-class income ranges. The state ranks fairly high for two-person families and fifth for both three- and four-person households. This could be due to the high cost of living in the state.

2-person family middle-class income range: $54,027 to $161,274

3-person family middle-class income range: $67,094 to $200,280

4-person family middle-class income range: $80,950 to $241,642

The middle-class income range in New Mexico is between $39,203 and $117,024 for a two-person family, between $39,809 and $118,834 for a three-person family, and between $45,526 and $135,898 for a four-person family. New Mexico has long been on the list of the poorest states in the nation. It also has one of the lowest percentages of middle-income households, currently at 34.88%, while lower-income households make up 45.6%.

2-person family middle-class income range: $48,674 to $145,296

3-person family middle-class income range: $57,889 to $172,802

4-person family middle-class income range: $70,331 to $209,944

2-person family middle-class income range: $41,704 to $124,490

3-person family middle-class income range: $46,987 to $140,260

4-person family middle-class income range: $56,648 to $169,098

In North Dakota, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $51,942 and $155,050, for a three-person family it’s between $58,328 and $174,114, and for a four-person family, it’s between $69,738 and $208,174. North Dakota ranks 45th for states with the highest percentage of middle-income households, with a current percentage of 40.05%. The state is known for its low unemployment rate, which contributes to its stable middle-class.

2-person family middle-class income range: $42,765 to $127,658

3-person family middle-class income range: $50,684 to $151,296

4-person family middle-class income range: $61,094 to $182,370

The middle-class income range in Oklahoma is between $40,754 and $121,654 for a two-person family, between $44,458 and $132,710 for a three-person family, and between $51,015 and $152,284 for a four-person family. Oklahoma’s income ranges rank quite low, with the range for four-person families ranking 40th out of 50. The state also has a low median income at $59,269, which has recently decreased. This could explain the high poverty rate of 15.2%.

In Oregon, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $46,467 and $138,708, for a three-person family it’s between $53,830 and $160,686, and for a four-person family, it’s between $63,013 and $188,100. Oregon’s income ranges are neither terrible nor spectacular. Their ranges are middle-of-the-road, and the median household income is around $66,146. While this isn’t bad, neighboring states ranked higher.

2-person family middle-class income range: $45,202 to $134,932

3-person family middle-class income range: $56,004 to $167,176

4-person family middle-class income range: $67,667 to $201,990

The middle-class income range in Rhode Island is between $50,797 and $151,632 for a two-person family, between $58,581 and $174,870 for a three-person family, and between $72,251 and $215,674 for a four-person family. Rhode Island ranks 20th in terms of middle-income percentage, with 42.35% of households in the state falling into the middle-income category. Notably, Rhode Island also has one of the highest income ranges for four-person middle-class families in the country

In South Carolina, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $40,983 and $122,338, for a three-person family it’s between $44,612 and $133,170, and for a four-person family, it’s between $54,252 and $161,946. Approximately 36.53% of households in South Carolina are middle-income, which is one of the lowest percentages in the country. The state also has a higher-than-average percentage of households who fit the lower-income category.

The middle-class income range in South Dakota is between $45,763 and $136,606 for a two-person family, between $51,908 and $154,948 for a three-person family, and between $59,443 and $177,442 for a four-person family. South Dakota has recently been recognized for its high percentage of middle-income households, with 40.69% making the cut.

2-person family middle-class income range: $40,158 to $119,874

3-person family middle-class income range: $45,967 to $137,216

4-person family middle-class income range: $54,118 to $161,546

2-person family middle-class income range: $44,975 to $134,254

3-person family middle-class income range: $49,410 to $147,494

4-person family middle-class income range: $57,212 to $170,782

The middle-class income range in Utah is between $46,548 and $138,950 for a two-person family, between $54,061 and $161,376 for a three-person family, and between
$60,663 and $181,084 for a four-person family. Utah has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the world, possibly due to its economic stability. It’s one of the most middle-class-friendly states in the country, with 46.62% of households considered middle-income. The state also has one of the lowest percentages of lower-income households in the nation.

In Vermont, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $48,509 and $144,804, for a three-person family it’s between $56,703 and $169,262, and for a four-person family, it’s between $66,453 and $198,368. Despite its low ranking as a retirement destination, Vermont is favorable for middle-income families.

2-person family middle-class income range: $53,226 to $158,886

3-person family middle-class income range: $61,968 to $184,980

4-person family middle-class income range: $73,000 to $217,910

2-person family middle-class income range: $53,747 to $160,438

3-person family middle-class income range: $61,211 to $182,720

4-person family middle-class income range: $71,747 to $214,170

In West Virginia, the middle-class income range for a two-person family is between $35,377 and $105,602, for a three-person family it’s between $43,122 and $128,722, and for a four-person family, it’s between $51,654 and $154,192. West Virginia often ranks low in terms of income, with a middle-income household percentage of 33.98%. A significant portion of the population lives in lower-income households.

2-person family middle-class income range: $49,018 to $146,322

3-person family middle-class income range: $54,955 to $164,046

4-person family middle-class income range: $64,195.38 to $191,628

For a two-person family, the middle-class income range in Wyoming is between $49,018 and $146,322. For a three-person family, it’s between $54,955 and $164,046, and for a four-person family, it’s between $64,195.38 and $191,628. Surprisingly, Wyoming boasts a high proportion of middle-income households, ranking 12th with 41.81%. The median household income is slightly higher than the national average, and the state also has a decent percentage of high-income households at 18%.