Most net worth comparisons show you how your finances stack up. This one highlights the gap a typical 50-something would need to close to reach the median net worth of today’s 60-somethings. According to January 2026 data from Empower, Americans in their 50s have a median net worth of $180,227, while those in their 60s sit at $274,564. The roughly $94,000 difference represents the ground that must be covered over the next decade to reach a comparable financial position at retirement. Must Read It’s the ...