While Social Security may not have changed enough, it has still changed over time. Let's take a look at the average benefit ...

It's considerably less than the overall average, as well as less than the amount people who waited longer to claim benefits ...

According to the Social Security Administration, as of the end of 1985: The average monthly benefit for retired workers was ...

Mississippi was found to be the most reliant on Social Security of any state, with benefits accounting for nearly half, 49.5% ...

Waiting to claim Social Security until age 70 can add more to your monthly payments, but it doesn't always pay off over time.

Explore the implications of the 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Social Security in 2026, particularly how it affects ...

Retiring at 67 with $6,500 in monthly income places you solidly in middle-class territory, but the financial reality behind ...

A new report shows where Social Security checks stretch the furthest — and where they fall short. See the top 10 and bottom 10 states for retirees in 2026.

Social Security benefits reached record highs in 2026, yet taxes still reduce retiree income nationwide. Eight states ...

Delaying Social Security until 70 can boost your retirement income. Learn why waiting to claim benefits may be a smart ...

Social Security is designed to replace about 40 percent of a worker's income in retirement, and a new study shows that goal ...

There's a growing move to end what some call "the orphan tax" and stop states from taking benefit checks from children and ...