However, the parameters for distinguishing one class from another are very variable and in fact, in some countries there are “intermediate” classes. In Mexico, for example, the Ministry of Economy recognizes six social classes, while INEGI recognizes only three social classes. Let’s talk about this below.
Pyramid of social classes in Mexico according to SE
To give you a clearer idea of the distribution of social classes in Mexico, below you will find the pyramid of social classes in Mexico according to their average income, according to whatsapp number data from the Ministry of Economy.
Upper class: barely 1% of Mexicans.
Lower upper class: represents 5% of the people in the national territory.
Upper middle class: belongs to 14% of the population.
Lower middle class: estimated to represent 20% of our society.
Upper lower class: represents 25% of Mexicans.
Lower lower class: they are approximately 35% of the population.
In the following infographic you can see a better representation of the types of social classes in Mexico according to this classification.
Pyramid of social classes in Mexico
What are the social classes in Mexico?
Now, according to the INEGI report “Quantifying the middle class in Mexico 2010-2020” , there are three social strata in Mexico. This classification is based on customs, functions, economic situation, among other factors.
Upper class
Middle class
Lower class
Below we will take a closer look at the characteristics of social classes in Mexico . Keep reading!
Upper class in Mexico
The upper upper class is mostly made up of old wealthy families, who have been prestigious for several generations.