More Americans want to leave the country and live overseas. Many say cost of living is the top reason why

"Almost half of Americans have considered or plan to move abroad to improve their happiness, according to a Harris poll published today."

"68% of Americans feel they are surviving instead of thriving, with the cost of living being a major factor in their discontent."

"Among Gen Z and millennials, almost one in five reported 'seriously considering' an imminent move abroad, highlighting generational dissatisfaction with the American Dream."

"The average family would need to earn at least $180,000 annually in 2025 to afford basic living expenses, underscoring growing economic challenges."

A recent Harris poll reveals that nearly half of Americans have contemplated or planned to relocate abroad to enhance their happiness. Four in ten respondents considered leaving the U.S., with Gen Z and millennials especially disillusioned, as nearly one in five seriously contemplate the move. The poll highlights a significant concern over rising living costs, where 49% of those considering moving cite cost of living as their primary motive, followed by dissatisfaction with political leadership. With inflation and housing costs on the rise, many Americans feel trapped in a survival mode, making the American Dream feel unattainable for most.

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