How Much People Save Around the World 💰

What We’re Showing

This chart ranks household savings rates across major economies using the latest OECD data. 

Key TakeawaysSweden has the highest savings rate in OECD economies at 16%, more than 3x the U.S. rate.Americans save just 4.9% of income, about half of Mexico’s rate.Some countries, including New Zealand and South Africa, have negative savings rates.