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The question of what constitutes financial elitism in Roanoke has been a topic of lively discussion on social media. The debate revolves around the income threshold that would make a Roanoke local feel like they are part of the upper class. Is it $80k, $100k, or perhaps even $120k? The question, while phrased somewhat unusually, seeks to determine the average income someone in Roanoke needs to be considered wealthy. It’s important to note that this is a highly subjective topic, with some individuals feeling less than affluent even with a million-dollar income.
Answers from Social Media
The discussion on Reddit brought forth a variety of perspectives. One user pointed out the presence of blue-collar individuals who are stealthily wealthy, their affluence not immediately apparent. Another user shared some statistics, stating that the median household income in Roanoke is around $67k, while the top 5% in wealthier neighborhoods earn around $236k. Blending these figures, the user estimated that to be in the top 5% in Roanoke, a household would need an income in the range of $180k to $250k…