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A $1 bill wears out faster than a $100 bill
AI-generated symbolic comparison of a worn generic low-value note and a crisp higher-value note. Not a particular currency issue or measured sample. Generated with OpenAI image generation; no external source or reuse license applies.
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In the United States, low-denomination notes generally wear out sooner than high-denomination notes: $1 bills change hands more often, while $100 bills are often held as a store of value. As of May 2025, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing estimated an average lifespan of 7.2 years for a $1 bill and 24 years for a $100 bill. These are averages, not guarantees for individual notes.