GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Credit Limit Increase Timeline Statistics
Credit limit increases are typically granted after 6 to 12 months of on-time payments and responsible credit usage.
In this post, we explore a range of insightful statistics related to credit limit increases for credit card holders. From approval rates to frequency of requests and the influence of credit scores and payment behavior, these statistics provide valuable insights into the dynamics of credit limit adjustments. Understanding these patterns can empower individuals to make informed decisions regarding their credit limits and financial well-being.
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"An average of 28% of credit card holders received a credit limit increase over a period of 6 months."
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"About 55% of credit cardholders who requested a credit limit increase were approved."
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"Cardholders with excellent credit get an auto-increase in credit limit 30% more often than those with average credit scores."
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"37% of americans have never asked for a credit limit increase."
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"The average number of times a person requests a credit limit increase is every 3 - 4 years."
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"About 40% of cardholders who asked for a higher limit got exactly what they asked for."
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"Only about one in seven people (14%) ask for their credit limit to be increased annually."
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"The average credit limit increase for a new credit card is 10% - 25% of the current limit."
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"People who pay in full are 20% more likely to get an increase in their credit limit over 6 months."
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"Those with annual incomes above $70,000 saw a 33% increase in their credit limits over a two-year period."
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"75% of consumers who received a credit limit increase had a credit card utilization rate of less than 30%."
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"Customers who used more than 30% of their credit limit saw a 22% chance of an increase in their credit limit over a one-year period."
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"People with credit scores between 670 to 739 receive a 20% credit limit increase on average within a year."
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"The average increase in credit limits for prime borrowers is about 13% to 18% over a two-year timeline."
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"Approximately 32% of credit card consumers experienced a credit limit increase over a period of three years without a formal request."
Jannik Lindner
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