Transportation improved the standard of living in the United States.
Mass transportation systems known as railroads moved people and products across the U.S.
Electric light improved the standard of living in the United States.
Lighting allowed for a longer work day.
Lighting raised the standard of living by bringing light into single-family homes and multi-family residences.
Communication improved the standard of living in the United States.
Citizens of the country have greater access to information.
Telephone (Alexander Graham Bell), Telegraph (Morse Code)