All current KiwiSaver data, including monthly data, is available in Excel downloads located on the Datasets for KiwiSaver statistics page. Annual data is due to be uploaded by 30 September.
Datasets for KiwiSaver statistics
Number of KiwiSaver members by enrolment method as at 30 June
This graph shows the number of active or provisional KiwiSaver members from 30 June 2016 to 30 June 2026.
As at 30 June 2026:
- 3.5 million individuals were enrolled in KiwiSaver, an increase from the 2.6 million in June 2016
- 1.4 million individuals joined through automatic enrolment, an increase from 1.1 million in June 2016
- 320,410 individuals opted in through an employer, an increase from 283,145 in June 2016
- 1.8 million individuals opted in through a provider, an increase from 1.3 million in June 2016.
Notes:
- Members who were automatically enrolled have a provisional period of 8 weeks in which they can decide to opt out.
- Enrolment method is the original enrolment method used to join KiwiSaver.
- From April 2020, the definition of the enrolment method has changed.
Percentage change by enrolment method as at 30 June
| Period | Auto-enrolled through employer | Opt-in through employer | Opt-in through provider (Active choice) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolments in the year ended 30 June 2022 | 2.3% | 8.1% | 2.0% |
| Enrolments in the year ended 30 June 2023 | 2.9% | 10.3% | 2.0% |
| Enrolments in the year ended 30 June 2024 | 1.9% | 6.2% | 1.0% |
| Enrolments in the year ended 30 June 2025 | 1.0% | 5.9% | 0.9% |
| Enrolments in the year ended 30 June 2026 | 1.1% | 5.8% | 1.8% |
Notes:
- Members who were automatically enrolled have a provisional period of 8 weeks in which they can decide to opt out.
- All enrolments 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2026 including provisional members.
- Enrolment method is the original enrolment method used to join KiwiSaver.
Last updated:
30 Sep 2026