The average 401(k) balance by age

Average 401(k) plan balances reached $112,572 in 2022, down from $141,542 in 2021 and $129,157 in 2020.

Age 25 and younger…

  • Average 401(k) balance: $5,236
  • Median 401(k) balance: $1,948

Ages 25-34…

  • Average 401(k) balance: $30,017
  • Median 401(k) balance: $11,357

Ages 35-44…

  • Average 401(k) balance: $76,354
  • Median 401(k) balance: $28,318

Ages 45-54…

  • Average 401(k) balance: $142,069
  • Median 401(k) balance: $48,301

Ages 55-64…

  • Average 401(k) balance: $207,874
  • Median 401(k) balance: $71,168

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