Americans in their 50s are nearing retirement, but may not have enough saved up to do so comfortably. Here’s how much they have put away.
Rising costs due to inflation has also impacted people's ability to save for retirement, regardless of age. About 25% of employed adults say they decreased their retirement contributions in 2022 because of how inflation affected their finances, according to the 2023But if your retirement savings aren't at a place you're comfortable with, it's not too late to get on track.
Since your account balance can be impacted by factors outside of your control, such as inflation and market volatility, it's a good idea to focus on something you can control: yourThis is the percentage of your income that you contribute annually toward your 401 or other retirement savings account. Fidelity recommends aiming for a savings rate of, including any employer match. On average, people in their 50s have a savings rate of about 15.7%, per Fidelity data provided to CNBC Make It.
For 2023, the annual 401 contribution limit is $22,500. But if you're over 50, you can make additional catch-up contributions of up to $7,500 annually, meaning your 401 contribution limit would increase to $30,000 annually. If you're already maxing out your 401 contributions and your income is below a certain limit, you can look into other ways to save for retirement, such as contributing to a
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