Mean and median expected annual defined-benefit pension benefits of participating workers, age 51–56, by gender, 1992–2004 (2010 dollars)
| Year | Gender | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Men | $29,234 | $36,237.57 |
| 1992 | Women | $14,008 | $19,641.37 |
| 1998 | Men | $30,909 | $35,476.27 |
| 1998 | Women | $15,530 | $23,447.84 |
| 2004 | Men | $32,736 | $33,801.43 |
| 2004 | Women | $26,188 | $30,908.51 |
Note: Data in this figure cover only workers participating in a defined-benefit pension and include only expected benefits for the most important plan tied to the current job.
Source: Authors' analysis of Health and Retirement Study data in Gustman, Steinmeier, and Tabatabai (2010)