average retirement age in the usa
The average nonretired American currently expects to retire at age 66, up from 60 in 1995. Currently, 37% of nonretired Americans say they expect to retire after age 65, 26% at age 65, and 26% before age 65. The most notable change over time is the increase in those expecting to work past age 65 -- the 37% this year is up from 22% a decade ago and 14% in 1995.