About how much in overdraft fees do you think banks should charge customers who overdraw their bank account by spending more than their available funds?

About how much in overdraft fees do you think banks should charge customers who overdraw their bank account by spending more than their available funds? Published on January 31, 2024 → Survey conducted on January 31, 2024 on 16712 U.S. adults

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No overdraft fees at all

22%

Just enough to cover the bank’s costs (often between $3 and $14)

55%

More than enough to cover the bank’s costs (often around $35)

Not sure

15%

No overdraft fees at all

22%

Just enough to cover the bank’s costs (often between $3 and $14)

55%

More than enough to cover the bank’s costs (often around $35)

Not sure

15%

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