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NewsFlorida DailyAugust 10, 2026Hillsborough

Fidelity study finds 65-year-olds retiring in 2026 need $185,500 for lifetime healthcare

A new study from Fidelity Investments reports that a 65-year-old retiring in 2026 will require an estimated $185,500 to cover lifetime healthcare expenses. This figure represents a 7.5% increase from the previous year, marking the largest annual rise in over a decade.

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Why It Matters

This estimate provides a benchmark for retirees to plan for medical expenses, which are currently identified as one of the fastest-growing financial pressures for those entering retirement.

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Who's Mentioned

personSteve Betts“Head of Fidelity Health.”organizationFidelity Investments“Conducted the study on retirement healthcare costs.”organizationThe Brokerage Inc“Affiliation of analyst Mike Smith.”personMike Smith“Health insurance analyst and president-emeritus for The Brokerage Inc.”