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What percent of people have a perfect 850 credit score?

ngpf.org 10/31/25

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1.76%

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Source: Experian

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FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS

  1. What factors go into calculating your credit score?
  2. What are the benefits of a high credit score, even if it’s not a perfect 850?
  3. What other characteristics (like age or debt balance) might be shared by people with a perfect credit score? Explain your reasoning.