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How much superannuation do you need to retire comfortably in Australia in 2026

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For millions of Australians, deciding who gets their super when they die may be more complicated than a will. Source: Getty / Bloomberg

Rising living costs have increased the superannuation required for a comfortable retirement, though many Australians still overestimate their target savings.


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By Jack Revell

Presented by Maridel Martinez, Annalyn Violata

Source: SBS



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Rising living costs have increased the superannuation required for a comfortable retirement, though many Australians still overestimate their target savings.


Key Points

  • Single retirees now need $630,000 and couples need $730,000 in super by age 67 for a comfortable lifestyle.
  • Four in ten Australians overestimate how much money they will need in retirement due to present-day cost of living pressures.
  • Increasing housing insecurity and renting into retirement are forcing younger generations to plan for higher savings targets.

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