401(k) Balances Drop in 2026. See How Your Savings Compare Fidelity's Q1 data puts the average 401(k) balance at $141,000 — down 4% — but nearly 1 in 5 savers still quietly increased their contributions. Original Source: https://www.moneytalksnews.com/k-balances-drop-in-see-how-your-savings-compare/