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How Gen Z's 401(k) Balances Compare to Older Generations

Original: How Gen Z’s 401(k) Balances Compare to Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers Today

A new comparison looks at the average 401(k) balances held by Generation Z workers and sets them against the retirement savings of Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers. The data highlights how far behind younger savers are in absolute terms, while also reflecting how early-career salaries and shorter contribution periods shape the gap across generations.

Why now: Retirement savings adequacy across generations is a persistent concern for younger workers facing economic pressures.

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• How Gen Z’s 401(k) Balances Compare to Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers Today · Investopedia

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