When asked what is the most essential for their financial future, 37% said their health, followed by happiness (19%), security (19%), peace of mind (16%) and independence (9%).
The research is based on a survey of 1,000 adults and focus groups held throughout the country, which required the participants to have a minimum household income of $75,000 and investable assets of $50,000 or more.
A recent survey by Edward Jones found that 60% of Americans are worried about paying for health care costs in retirement. Fidelity projects that a couple retiring this year will need $260,000 to pay for their health care costs throughout their retirement, a 6% increase from 2015.