Data from the Fed shows how common retirement savings are among older Americans and the average amounts they report.

Social Security benefits go a long way for millions of retirees, lifting around 16 million adults age 65 and older out of poverty, according to 2023 data from the Center on Budget and Policy ...

The average Social Security check ranges from $1,814 to $2,196 by state, but higher payments don't always mean an easier retirement. Here's where your dollar goes furthest.

The median 401(k) balance across all ages is under $100,000. Everyone's goals are unique, so try not to compare your balance too much to that of the typical worker. There are several factors to ...