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Is Your 401(k) Balance Higher or Lower Than the Average 40-Year-Old's? Here's How to Find Out.

You may be curious as to how your savings stack up.

Is Your 401(k) Balance Higher or Lower Than the Average 40-Year-Old's? Here's How to Find Out.

Published September 3, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

By the time you turn 40, you've hopefully made some progress on retirement savings. But you may be wondering if you're saving enough.

The reality is that comparing your retirement savings balance to the average person your age isn't the most useful exercise. That's because everyone's financial needs are different, And the balance you need to live comfortably during your senior years may be higher or lower than what the typical retiree requires.

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