ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Standard of living in the United States

So, you know how when you go to school, you bring a lunch from home or maybe you buy it from the cafeteria? And when you get home, you have a bed to sleep in, toys to play with, and a TV to watch your favorite shows on? Well, those things are all part of your standard of living.

In the United States, people generally have a pretty high standard of living compared to some other countries. That means we have things like running water, electricity, and access to healthcare that help us live safe, healthy, and comfortable lives.

We also have things like cars, phones, and computers that let us communicate with friends and family and get around town easily. Plus, we have lots of fun things to do like going to amusement parks, playing sports, and watching movies.

But not everyone in the United States has the same standard of living. Some people have more money and resources than others, which can affect their access to things like education, housing, and food. It's important to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to live a good life and improve their standard of living, no matter where they come from or what they look like.