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US public pension unfunded liabilities dropped to $1.13 trillion in 2026, marking the lowest shortfall since 2021 as national funded ratios reached 85.0%. Equable Institute’s 2026 analysis highlights the nation’s best and worst funded public retirement plans, comparing pension debt against state GDPs.
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With funded ratios projected to reach 84.9% in 2026 — the highest level since 2007 — K-12 pension plans show strong signs of recovery. However, rising debt payments and an increased reliance on private capital mean critical valuation risks remain. Here is a look at what is driving the rebound and what to watch next.
By David Tony
The average national funded ratio rose to 82.5% in 2025, yet many plans remain burdened by unfunded liabilities. See which plans rank highest.
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In 2025, the average teacher pension COLA was 1.28% compared to 2.7% CPI inflation. Explore how compounding vs. noncompounding rules and state policy frameworks impact educators’ retirement security.
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While state and local retirement systems have improved across several key metrics, the state of pensions overall remains Fragile in 2026.
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Learn how COLAs protect your public pension from inflation. Explore the differences between compounding vs. noncompounding policies.
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Compare 2025 funded ratios and unfunded liabilities by state, and learn about the $1.3 trillion pension shortfall.
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Which states offer the best retirement security for teachers? Discover the top-ranked states for 2025 based on Equable data.
By David Tony
The average national funded ratio rose to 82.5% in 2025, yet many plans remain burdened by unfunded liabilities. See which plans rank highest.
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