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6 in 10 adults had a big surprise bill in the past year.
If one caught you off guard, you’re in good company.
Share of U.S. adults, surveyed in October 2025
- Any big surprise bill59%
- The most common kinds
- Car repair or replacement30%
- House or appliance repair22%
- Major medical bill21%
Adults could name more than one.
Source: Federal Reserve Board, Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2025 (May 2026, PDF)