So You Wanna Be a Pennsylvanian Poshter? A Guide to Upper-Class Living in the Keystone State
Ah, Pennsylvania. Land of cheesesteaks, liberty bells, and, apparently, a burning desire to live the high life. But before you dust off your monocle and stock up on caviar, let's unpack what it truly means to be upper crust in this fine state. Because let's face it, saying "yinz" with a pinky out isn't quite enough.
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| What is Considered Upper Class In Pennsylvania |
Income: The Money Maker
We all know money talks, and in Pennsylvania, it screams obscenely loud if you want to be considered upper class. Here, the magic number isn't a single dollar amount, but rather crashing into the top 20% of earners. Think double commas dancing on your paycheck. But remember, Pennsylvania's a big state. A cool million might make you a kingpin in Scranton, but in the suburbs of Philadelphia, you'll be waiting in line behind the hedge fund manager's yacht for your turn at the country club.
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Location, Location, Location
Being upper class ain't just about greenbacks, it's about where you stack them. Think Main Line mansions overlooking rolling hills, not a McMansion in McAdoo. Picture charming Chester County or the swanky suburbs of Pittsburgh, not, well, let's just say certain areas known for their Yuengling fountains.
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Beyond the Benjamins: Signs You've Made It
Of course, it's not all about income and zip codes. Here's how you can tell you've truly ascended the Pennsylvanian social ladder:
- Your weekends are booked solid with polo matches, charity galas you barely remember attending, and second-home visits in the Hamptons (because the Poconos are just so last season).
- Your idea of "roughing it" is a weekend getaway where the wifi is a little slow.
- You know the difference between a cheese board and a charcuterie platter (and it involves more than just saying the words differently).
But Wait, There's More! (Because Apparently There Always Is)
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Being upper class in Pennsylvania isn't for the faint of wallet. It's a lifestyle, a commitment to a certain level of, well, poshness. But hey, if you've got the means and the memes, who are we to judge?
FAQ: Your Guide to Pennsylvanian Posh
QuickTip: Skip distractions — focus on the words.
How to sound fancy? Easy! Just replace "soda" with "pop" and sprinkle your conversations with a few "well nows" and "gosh darn its."
How to dress the part? Think preppy perfection with a slight edge. Think Vineyard Vines meets Ralph Lauren with a dash of ironic vintage.
How to spend your leisure time? Besides charity events and polo matches? Yachting, anyone? Or, you know, attending a prestigious university's alumni weekend.
How to act refined? Practice impeccable manners (no elbows on the table!) and name-drop prestigious institutions you vaguely attended. Act surprised when someone doesn't know the difference between a beret and a b�ret.
How to deal with imposter syndrome? Just remember, even the most pedigreed Pennsylvanian probably has a secret stash of Tastykakes in the pantry. We're all human (sort of).
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