Money How much retirement savings will you need? Try 16.4 times your salary May 8, 2019 Maurie Backman, The Motley Fool Comments Off on How much retirement savings will you need? Try 16.4 times your salary If 16.4 times your salary sounds like a lot of money, keep in mind that it's only one of many estimates out there. But it's a good idea to be prepared.