When asked how they identify their social class 54% of Americans said they belong to the middle class, according to one survey.

LONDON (Reuters) - British people can now aspire to and despise four new levels of social classes, according to a new survey conducted by researchers in partnership with public broadcaster the BBC.

Understanding where you fall in the American economic class system isn't as simple as pulling out a calculator or looking at a pay stub. Myriad forces shape individuals' economic class and their views ...