
THE
AMERICAN DREAMS
THE AMERICAN DREAMS
Cultural background shapes the way Millennials look ahead
For the most diverse generation in U.S. history, there’s no single American Dream. Ethnic and racial influences matter, in both expected and counterintuitive ways. Discover the untold story of Millennials’ ambitions in this comprehensive research initiative.
Download the report now. Explore key data points below.
Download the report now. Explore key data points below.
FORECASTING THE FUTURE
You might expect White Millennials to have a sunny outlook. But they’re the least optimistic about the future. And guess what? Black Millennials are by far the most optimistic.
Respondents were asked, “How optimistic are you about the future?” The percentages shown here include those who responded very optimistic or optimistic on a seven-point scale.
40%
White Millennials
40%
White Millennials
40%
White Millennials
40%
White Millennials
40%
White Millennials
DEFINING THE DREAM
How do you define the American Dream? Compare your definition to our Millennial respondents.
Respondents were given nine definitions of the American Dream and asked to select the one they agree with most. These are their top three responses.

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Black
Millennials
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Hispanic
Millennials
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Asian
Millennials
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White
Millennials

58%

58%

58%
FAITH IN HARD WORK
Can everyone achieve their dreams if they try hard enough? Black and Hispanic Millennials are most likely to say yes, while White Millennials reveal their waning faith.
Respondents were asked how much they agreed with the following: “I believe everyone can achieve their dreams if they try hard enough.” The percentages shown include those who responded strongly agree or agree on a seven-point scale.
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Black
Millennials
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Hispanic
Millennials
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Asian
Millennials
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White
Millennials
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0%Black
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0%Hispanic
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0%Asian
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0%White
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0%White
DIVERSITY OF DREAMS
How do your hopes and aspirations compare to our Millennial respondents?
Respondents were given 15 statements and asked, “Thinking about your future aspirations, please select the six things that would be the most important to your ideal future situation.” Their top six responses are shown below.

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Black
Millennials
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Hispanic
Millennials
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Asian
Millennials
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White
Millennials

58%

58%

58%

58%

58%

58%
SOCIAL FEED
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