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How Does Wealth Affect Life Expectancy? The Surprising Connection

According to a 2016 Harvard study, the life expectancy gap between the richest 1% and poorest 1% in the U.S. was nearly 15 years for men and 10 years for women. This staggering statistic confirms that **does wealth affect life expectancy** is not a matter of debate but a documented reality with profound implications for public health.

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What is the life expectancy of the top 1 percent?

Research has consistently shown a significant disparity in longevity based on socioeconomic status, with the wealthiest Americans living longer than their lower-income counterparts. Studies have found that for men, the difference in life expectancy between the top 1% and the bottom 1% can be as much as 14.6 years, and for women, the gap is approximately 10.1 years. The question of *what is the life expectancy of the top 1 percent* is therefore part of a larger issue of widening health and economic inequality in the United States.

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Are rich people getting older? A look at wealth and longevity

According to a Business Insider analysis, the average age of American millionaires rose from 57 in 1992 to 61 in 2022, demonstrating that the wealthy are indeed getting older and accumulating more wealth. This trend raises the critical question: Are rich people getting older in a way that differs significantly from everyone else, and what does this mean for healthy aging overall?

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