Is Most of Mexico's Population Underclass?

Mexico's Socioeconomic Structure

No. The majority of Mexico's population does not fall into an "underclass" category.

Poverty Data

• Extreme poverty: ~5–7% (CONEVAL, multidimensional measure).
• Moderate poverty: ~35–40%.
• Vulnerable (income or social deprivations): ~30%.
• Middle class & above: ~20–25% and growing.

Context

Mexico is an upper-middle-income country (OECD, G20) with a diverse economy (manufacturing, services, oil, agriculture, remittances). While inequality remains high, the "underclass" label mischaracterizes a population with a large working class, growing professional sectors, and significant regional variation.