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AARP: 69% of Older Americans Feel Prices Outpace Income

29 May 2026 09:50

A new AARP survey shows that a majority of older Americans are feeling financial strain due to rising costs. - 37% of adults aged 50+ feel financially insecure.

- 60% worry about having enough money for retirement. - 69% say prices are rising faster than their income.

- 52% report higher health care costs than a year ago. The report emphasizes the need to protect and strengthen Social Security as a critical foundation for retirement security.

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