The median wealth of Baby Boomer households is higher than earlier generations of older adults
Median wealth of U.S. households headed by 58- to 76-year-olds, in 2024 dollars
* 58- to 76-year-olds in these years were mostly members of these generations. This reference provides more information on the generations.
Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest hundred.
Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest hundred.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of the 1983, 2001 and 2022 Surveys of Consumer Finances.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
The median wealth of Baby Boomer households is higher than earlier generations of older adults
Median wealth of U.S. households headed by 58- to 76-year-olds, in 2024 dollars
| Generation | Median wealth |
|---|---|
| Baby Boomers in 2022 | $432,200 |
| Silent Generation in 2001* | $335,900 |
| Greatest Generation in 1983* | $185,300 |
* 58- to 76-year-olds in these years were mostly members of these generations. This reference provides more information on the generations.
Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest hundred.
Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest hundred.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of the 1983, 2001 and 2022 Surveys of Consumer Finances.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
