Average retirement savings by state: Where are Americans saving the most — and least?

Retirement savings by stateThe latest U.S. Census Bureau data highlights where Americans are the most — and least — prepared for retirement. Read more: What to do when your pay raises aren't keeping up with inflationStates with the most retirement savingsHere's a look at the states with the highest median retirement savings. WashingtonIn Washington, the median retirement savings balance is $143,400 — the third highest in the country. States with the least retirement savingsHere's a look at the states with the lowest average retirement savings. Read more: What is the average retirement savings by age?