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Oct 17, 2025

4 min

Can I Retire at 55 with 1 million?: Evaluating Early Retirement Readiness

According to a 2025 study from Northwestern Mutual, Americans believe they need an average of $1.26 million to retire comfortably. The feasibility of whether you can retire at 55 with 1 million dollars is not a simple yes or no answer and depends heavily on your lifestyle, healthcare needs, and withdrawal strategy.

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Oct 17, 2025

5 min

How much does it cost to retire at 55?

According to a Fidelity benchmark, individuals planning to retire before age 62 should aim to save at least 33 times their anticipated annual expenses to cover the extended retirement period. For many, achieving this requires a proactive approach to financial planning, where the answer to "how much does it cost to retire at 55?" is a personalized, comprehensive calculation.

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