Data · 2026

SUBSCRIPTION WASTE STATISTICS (2026)

Updated June 16, 2026 · compiled by Ditch

People spend far more on subscriptions than they think — and a big chunk goes to services they've forgotten about. Here are the most-cited 2026 figures on subscription spending and waste, in one place.

$219
average monthly subscription spend per person
$32
wasted per month on forgotten subscriptions
2.5×
how much people underestimate their spend

SPENDING

WASTE

BY GENERATION

GenerationApprox. monthly subscription spend
Gen Z~$377
Millennials~$276
Gen X~$200
Boomers~$120

Younger generations carry more subscriptions and spend more per month — and have more to recover by auditing them.

WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT

The fix is an audit: find every recurring charge, see the total, and cancel what you don't use. You don't need to link your bank to do it — your inbox already holds a receipt for every subscription. See how to find all subscriptions linked to your email.

FAQ

How much does the average American spend on subscriptions per month?

About $219/month across roughly 8 services, while estimating only ~$86 — a ~2.5× perception gap.

How much is wasted on forgotten subscriptions?

Around $25–$32/month ($200–$380/year), with about 42% of people paying for at least one forgotten subscription.

How many subscriptions does the average person have?

About 8 active paid subscriptions, with Gen Z and Millennials carrying more.

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About these figures: the numbers above are aggregated from recent (2025–2026) consumer subscription-spending surveys and industry reports. Exact figures vary by survey methodology and population; ranges are given where sources differ. Feel free to cite this page — a link back to getditch.net is appreciated.

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