What is the point of working when home ownership, kids, families and a basic life are out of reach for all but the ownership class (top 10% consuming most of the resources)

10 years experience PE license. I take home ~6k a month not too bad? Rent cost 2k not including utilities and I am 35 🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡.

I save money but drive a car from 2004 and live in the exurbs where it’s a little cheaper. I think it’s a pretty low quality of life.