Average 401(k) balances for Americans are on the low side. Median balances are even lower, and are more representative of ...

The average 401(k) balance for 70-year-olds offers a benchmark, but real retirement readiness depends on income sources, ...

Retirement savings balances grow as people age but level out after about 55. Baby boomers currently have the most money socked away for retirement. It's hard to know exactly how much you need to save ...

During the third quarter of the year, 401(k) balances rose substantially from the previous quarter. Stock market gains were a likely contributor. There are steps you can take to boost your 401(k) ...

The amount you have saved in your 401(k) can depend as much on where you live as on how much you earn. Economic factors like wages, cost of living, and employment opportunities shape how well ...