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The Average American Has $90,460 in Debt

October 16, 2020 Leave a Comment

In our efforts to keep up with the Joneses (or just get by during this period of economic uncertainty, debt has become a normalized part of the American lifestyle. CNBC reports:

Borrowing money is often an important part of a long-term financial plan, whether it’s to access education and career opportunities, buy a car for your commute or find a place to call home.

However, debt also involves a little risk and can be expensive. Not only do you pay interest fees, borrowing of any kind requires you to make your payments on time in order to keep your account and credit score in good standing. It’s not uncommon for consumers to make a few common mistakes while learning how credit works and establishing lifelong money habits.

That’s why knowledge is important: Using 2019 data from credit bureau Experian, we looked at how much debt the average American has at every stage of their lives, breaking it down by total balance(s) and type, so you can get a big-picture view of how much Americans are borrowing, and why.

While the average American has $90,460 in debt, this includes all types of consumer debt products, from credit cards to personal loans, mortgages and student debt.

Knowing these trends is important. Along with staying informed about financial planning, reading advice about saving for retirement and learning credit card basics — knowing where you stand can help you decide where to go next on your financial journey.

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