Entering 2025 what is a good work wage/salary?

[NYShoreGuy]

Not what the median is in this country but a good one?

Good = can pay rent/mortage, utilities, food costs, support 2 children, investments for future and engage in recreational activities

 

[Merge]

Not what the median is in this country but a good one?

Good = can pay rent/mortage, utilities, food costs, support 2 children, investments for future and engage in recreational activities

Hard to answer that with so many variables. Every situation and area of each state will be different.

I refinanced 8 years ago and I'm locked in to a 2.8% interest interest rate. That alone makes a world of difference. If someone bought my house from me, they would have to put down twice as much as I did and their monthly payment would be about $2k more than mine is now. So while I am able to live comfortably, a family shopping for a house now with the same income would not feel nearly as comfortable.

 

[Rockaway]

100k