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Hunter Garnett (left), Corritta Lewis (center, in sunglasses), and Kavi Kardos earned at least $120,000 last year.
  • We asked five Gen Zers and millennials earning six figures whether they feel like they've "made it."
  • Some said "yes" because they don't have to worry about money and live a comfortable lifestyle.  
  • Some said a six-figure salary could feel smaller after expenses like childcare and housing.

Many millennials and Gen Zers dream of the day they can wake up and say, "I made it." Some say a higher salary is the key to reaching this goal.