Health Care Costs in Retirement

Health care is one of the largest expenses in retirement, with costs continuing to increase. In 2022, estimated costs rose 5% from 2021 ($300,000) and have nearly doubled from $160,000 in 2002. The problem is, Americans perceptions of cost don’t align with reality. Those surveyed by Fidelity estimated a couple retiring in 2022 would spend just $41,000 on health care throughout retirement.¹

Average Health Care & Medical Costs During Retirement

Source: 21st Annual Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate Study, Fidelity Investments. Data assumes both are enrolled in traditional Medicare Parts A, B and D.

Americans will see some relief on Medicare-related costs. Starting in 2025, out-of-pocket costs for prescriptions will be capped at $2,000.²

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Sources:

1 “Fidelity Releases 2022 Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate.”

2 “How Will the Prescription Drug Provisions Affect Beneficiaries?”

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