According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, more and more Americans are working past the age of 65. At what age do you hope to retire?

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, more and more Americans are working past the age of 65. At what age do you hope to retire? Published on July 11, 2017 → Survey conducted on July 11, 2017 on 4480 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Before I turn 50

50-59

16%

60-69

38%

70-79

12%

Sometime after I turn 80

Never

Not sure

19%

Before I turn 50

50-59

16%

60-69

38%

70-79

12%

Sometime after I turn 80

Never

Not sure

19%

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