The earliest age you can claim Social Security is also 62, but your benefit is lower than if you wait until full retirement age, which in 2025 is age 66 to 67. So if you were born in 1960 or later ...

In this age group, the average household retirement savings more than doubles. In the median bracket, people will have to find an extra $70,000 to achieve the same amount.

Average retirement savings: mean vs median When there are wide variations in income and savings within a given group, as is the case in the U.S., it's essential to look at both kinds of averages ...

Social Security retirement age 2025 changes are hitting hard as millions of Americans face delays in claiming full benefits.

Everyone's eventual retirement situation — and current savings capability — is different (Image credit: LordHenriVoton / Getty Images) By Becca Stanek, The Week US published 9 June 2025 ...

One of the most important parts of the program, especially for married couples, is Social Security spousal benefits.

Like average salaries, average earnings also peak for people in their forties. The biggest step up in weekly earnings is between 22 to 29 year olds and 30 to 39 year olds, with a gap of £148 a week.

For the first time since Social Security’s creation 90 years ago, the full retirement age is set to hit 67 years old in 2026.

Retirement planning is a priority for many, and understanding the benefits of Social Security is critical. For those who choose to delay claiming their benefits until age 70, the r ...