"64% worry more about running out of money than death itself."
"High inflation tops the list, with 64% citing rising prices as a driver of their concern. A significant share, 54%, worry that Social Security will not provide enough support."
"Several pressures cluster together at 43%, including high taxes, everyday expenses becoming unaffordable, and the possibility of a market downturn eroding savings. Healthcare costs and the risk of outliving assets complete the picture."
"The Consumer Price Index reached 330.3 in March 2026, a 1.1% increase from the prior month and a reading that sits near the top of its 12‑month range. The Federal Reserve's preferred measure, core PCE, registered an index value of 129.28, and services inflation, which captures healthcare, rent, and personal care, has held between 3.3% and 3.6% year over year for months."
A majority of Americans report that the possibility of running out of money outweighs fear of death. Retirement security is shaped by concerns that prices rise while income eventually stops, making the gap between the two the central threat. Inflation is the top driver of anxiety, with rising prices cited by most respondents. Social Security adequacy is also a major worry. Additional pressures include high taxes, everyday expenses becoming unaffordable, and the risk of a market downturn reducing savings. Healthcare costs and the risk of outliving assets further intensify retirement fears. Inflation measures remain elevated, with persistent services inflation and energy volatility affecting fixed-income households.
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