Census Bureau Data Reveals Retirement Savings Disparities Across U.S. States
A SmartAsset analysis using Census Bureau data from 2026 highlights a significant retirement savings gap between U.S. states, with Massachusetts leading at $150,000 median balance and Mississippi trailing at $35,000. The disparity is largely attributed to differences in access to workplace retirement plans.
Topics: Census Bureau data geographic disparity retirement savings tax-advantaged accounts