Statistics That Will Get You Thinking…
and Hopefully Saving
- 46% of American households are at risk of not being able to cover essential expenses in retirement.
- Even small increases in saving can make a big difference.
- Over confidence is common – 54% of households Fidelity considers “needing attention” believe they are on target to cover all or essential expenses in retirement.
- Americans who report having a health savings account (HSA) – regardless of income level – tend to have more retirement savings.
- Millennials (ages 23-38) have surpassed Generation X (ages 39-54) in terms of retirement preparedness.
It’s never too late to start saving!
Source: Fidelity Retirement Savings Association Executive Summary – 2020
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