These Are The Signs That You're “Middle Class” - Page 26 of 43

You Can’t Afford Your Nice Car

Vehicles are status symbols and they pressure people into getting nicer cars that they can’t afford. Per a report from The Washington Post, more than 7 million Americans have fallen behind 3 months or more on their car payment.

Public transportation is associated with being poor in many areas of the country. Even when people in the middle class need a ride, they often opt for ride-share apps instead of taking the bus or train home.