Vanguard Data Shows Average 401(k) Balance Hits $167,970 in 2025
Median 401(k) balance of $44,115 suggests most savers lag behind the average due to a small group of high contributors. The average 401(k) balance reached a record $167,970 at the end of 2025, up 13% from 2024, driven by strong stock market performance. However, the median