Update on the American Dream

After falling for five years, inflation-adjusted median household income rose 1.1%, to $46,326; THE CENSUS BUREAU ISSUED its annual snapshot measuring how well the typical American family is doing, and a second report comparing communities across the country. The reports look at household income, poverty levels and health insurance among other topics. Here's a look at some of the key statistics. See related article



After falling for five years, inflation-adjusted median household income rose 1.1%, to $46,326.Households in the East brought home the highest median household incomes in the country. New Jersey took the top spot with $61,672. Maryland was close behind with $61,592.

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