How much does the average 40 year old have in savings?
David Mccullough
Updated on February 20, 2026
According to this survey by the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies, the median retirement savings by age in the U.S. is: Americans in their 20s: $16,000. Americans in their 30s: $45,000. Americans in their 40s: $63,000.
How much should a 40 year old have in savings?
Fast answer: A general rule of thumb is to have one times your annual income saved by age 30, three times by 40, and so on.How much net worth should a 40 year old have?
Net Worth at Age 40By age 40, your goal is to have a net worth of two times your annual salary. So, if your salary edges up to $80,000 in your 30s, then by age 40 you should strive for a net worth of $160,000. Additionally, it's not just contributing to retirement that helps you build your net worth.