American Gen Z Starts Investing at an Average Age of 19, Nearly Half Interested in Cryptocurrency

According to the 2026 Wealth Survey by U.S. Bank, American Gen Z begins accumulating wealth at an average age of 19, significantly earlier than previous generations. The survey, which covered 5,000 U.S. adults aged 18 and older, revealed that Gen Z consciously starts building wealth at 19, six years earlier than Millennials at 25, ten years earlier than Generation X at 29, and thirteen years earlier than Baby Boomers at 32. Despite starting earlier, 56% of Gen Z believe they have "done everything right" yet have not achieved their expected financial status, while 62% report difficulty making financial progress, and nearly half (49%) have paused or plan to pause their investments. The survey also found that 62% of Gen Z and 61% of Millennials view the stock market as a more realistic path to wealth than buying a home. About 47% of Gen Z obtain financial information through social media, and nearly half of young people are more interested in emerging options like cryptocurrency, although most still believe traditional investments are the best way to achieve long-term goals. Family support is also increasing, with about 70% of parents having provided or planning to provide assistance for their children's significant milestones.

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