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Sources & References

Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances

The most authoritative source for U.S. household net worth data. Conducted every 3 years with ~6,000 families.
→Source: Federal Reserve - Survey of Consumer Finances(2022)

Average vs. Median Net Worth by Age (2022 Data)

• Under 35: Median $39,040 | Average $183,500
• 35-44: Median $135,600 | Average $549,600
• 45-54: Median $246,700 | Average $975,800
• 55-64: Median $364,270 | Average $1,566,900
• 65-74: Median $409,900 | Average $1,794,600
• 75+: Median $335,600 | Average $1,624,100
→Source: Federal Reserve SCF 2022 Chartbook(2022)

Why Average is Higher Than Median

Median represents the middle household (50th percentile). Average is skewed higher by ultra-wealthy households. Median is a better benchmark for typical American households.
→Source: U.S. Census Bureau - Wealth Inequality Visualization(2022)

Net Worth by Income Percentile (2022)

• Bottom 50%: Median $27,970 (2.6% of total wealth)
• 50-90th percentile: Median $379,700 (36.5% of total wealth)
• 90-99th percentile: Median $2,265,000 (36.6% of total wealth)
• Top 1%: Median $16,740,000 (24.3% of total wealth)
→Source: Federal Reserve - Distribution of Household Wealth(2022)

Components of Net Worth

Net worth = Total Assets - Total Liabilities

Assets include: Home equity, retirement accounts (401k, IRA), investment accounts, vehicles, cash/savings

Liabilities include: Mortgage, student loans, credit cards, auto loans, personal loans
→Source: CFPB Financial Education Glossary(2025)

Millionaire Statistics (U.S.)

• ~14.6 million millionaire households in U.S. (2024)
• Represents ~10.8% of all U.S. households
• Average age of first-time millionaire: 59 years old
→Source: UBS Global Wealth Report(2024)

Tip

Focus on your personal financial goals rather than comparisons. These benchmarks provide context, not targets. Your ideal net worth depends on your age, income, goals, and lifestyle.

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