The table below shows the approximate average Social Security checks for retirees by age and gender in 2026. It is based on ...

Everyone receives the Social Security COLA, but these changes could significantly boost or detract from your benefits.

The wage base limit increase means that more higher earners will be paying more in Social Security payroll taxes. For example ...

A 23% benefit cut, retroactive payments, and new tax rules may impact when you should claim Social Security. These five ...

Indexed earnings are SSA calculations that adjust lifetime wages for inflation. Discover how they affect Social Security ...

The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social ...

Social Security benefits change according to your past and present income, as well as the age at which you began claiming ...

How much Social Security income spouses receive depends on their claim age and the primary insurance amount (PIA) of their ...

Fortunately, these taxes are falling out of favor. Many of those living in the eight states that still have them won't lose ...

Having an above-average benefit results in an above-average Social Security COLA because COLAs are calculated on a percentage ...

Social Security benefits increase 2.8% in 2026 for 75 million Americans. See the updated payment schedule, new income limits and how much checks will rise.

You don't have to worry that Social Security is going away. You don't even have to pretend that it is. Just be mindful of how ...