In 2022, the most expected primary source of retirement income amongst U.S. workers was either a 401(k), 403(b), or IRAs. The primary source of retirement income that was least expected amongst respondents was inheritance, and home equity.
Expected primary source of retirement income for workers in the United States in 2022
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Respondents were asked: "Which of the following do you expect to be your primary source of income to cover your living expenses after you retire?"
Full-time or part-time workers in a for-profit company with one or more employees.
Percentages have been rounded.
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TCHS. (June 9, 2023). Expected primary source of retirement income for workers in the United States in 2022 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved July 16, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1412552/expected-primary-source-of-retirement-income-us/
TCHS. "Expected primary source of retirement income for workers in the United States in 2022." Chart. June 9, 2023. Statista. Accessed July 16, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1412552/expected-primary-source-of-retirement-income-us/
TCHS. (2023). Expected primary source of retirement income for workers in the United States in 2022. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: July 16, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1412552/expected-primary-source-of-retirement-income-us/
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