https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/01/07/1m-savings-to-retire-these-states/77518526007/#
Many Americans consider $1 million in savings the new benchmark for a happy retirement. A 2024 report from Schroders said the average saver believes they will need $1.2 million in savings to retire comfortably. Northwestern Mutual put the figure at $1.46 million.