While the average age at first purchase is 51 , the median current age of owners is 75 . Most (78%) are already retired.

Women are slightly more likely to own annuities (51%) than men and often show more interest in them due to longer life expectancies and the need for reliable lifetime income.

Nearly 90% of buyers rank "safety" as the most important reason for their purchase, with 88% buying for "peace of mind". Who is Likely to Buy an Annuity?

The typical profile for a likely buyer includes individuals who:

Approximately 70% to 80% of individual annuity owners have annual household incomes under $100,000 . The median annual household income for owners is roughly $79,000 .

Annuities are often misunderstood as products only for the wealthy, but data shows they are primarily a tool for seeking financial security. Who Currently Buys Annuities?