Most Americans view rising living costs as biggest barrier to a better life, survey finds

When asked to detail what would make a better life in three to five years, 60% of US adults said greater financial security Americans may seem increasingly divided on beliefs and values, but in a new survey of more than 30,000 adults from across the country spanning generations and economic class...

Source: [Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/06/americans-rising-cost-of-living-survey)