Based on the most recent 2025 government-supported surveys and economic reports (including the Federal Reserve and Bankrate), here is the percentage of Americans who have $1,000 or more in cash/savings:
The $1,000 Threshold
• Can cover a $1,000 emergency: 41% of Americans
• According to the Bankrate 2025 Annual Emergency Savings Report, only 41% of U.S. adults say they would be able to pay for an unexpected $1,000 expense using their savings.
• Cannot cover a $1,000 emergency: 59% of Americans
• This group would instead have to rely on credit cards (25%), borrowing from family (13%), or reducing other spending (13%) to bridge the gap.