Americans believe the “magic number” they need to retire comfortably is $1.26 million, according to a survey by Northwestern ...

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For workers in their 40s, that amounts to a decline of roughly 3% in the first quarter, in line with a 3% drop across all age ...

As you can see from the table below, the median retirement savings for those aged 55-64 ($185,000) and 65-74 ($200,000) are far below that $1.26 million "magic number." ...

If you’re planning your own retirement, you probably have a retirement savings goal in mind. Americans believe the “magic number” they need to retire comfortably is $1.26 million, according to a ...

Everyone's eventual retirement situation — and current savings capability — is different (Image credit: LordHenriVoton / Getty Images) By Becca Stanek, The Week US published 9 June 2025 ...