A little perspective, around here.
Median estimated net worth by age in Chicago.
For adults ages 25–34 in the Chicago metro, median estimated net worth is $19,843. See how the median changes across age bands below.
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The high point comes at 75+.
Among Chicago's available age bands, single-adult median estimated net worth peaks at $208,438 for ages 75+. That is the oldest age band in this comparison. These are different groups observed in the same dataset, not a forecast of one person's finances.
Your stage of life matters.
| Age band | Estimated net worth |
|---|---|
| 18–24 | Not enough local data |
| 25–34 | $19,843 |
| 35–44 | $21,306 |
| 45–54 | $83,348 |
| 55–64 | $92,954 |
| 65–74 | $143,546 |
| 75+ | $208,438 |
These estimates compare assets minus debts across economic units. They describe a modeled distribution, with no adjustment for your spending needs or financial goals.
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How do other metros compare?
| Metro | Ages 25–34 | Ages 35–44 |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $19,843 | $21,306 |
| Minneapolis–St. Paul | $19,360 | $26,092 |
| Dallas–Fort Worth | $18,056 | $21,452 |
Shown with the two other supported metros whose single-adult medians at ages 25–34 are closest in dollars. Wealth figures are modeled estimates, not observed city wealth. These comparisons do not adjust for local living costs.
Other questions worth asking.
All metro comparisons and national age benchmarks →
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