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Retirement Calculators

Social Security Benefit Calculator

Estimate a state retirement benefit from average career earnings and see how claiming early or late changes the amount.

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Estimated monthly benefit

$2,349.33

Estimated annual benefit
$28,192
Benefit at full retirement age
$2,349.33
Adjustment for claiming age
0%
Monthly benefit by claiming age
Age 62Full ageAge 70

How this calculator works

Benefit ≈ tiered percentage of average indexed monthly earnings, then adjusted for claiming age

AIME
average indexed monthly earnings across your career
adjustment
roughly −6% per year early and +8% per year deferred

A simplified three-band replacement formula is used; official figures depend on your full earnings record.

Important considerations

  • This is an illustration, not an official statement of entitlement.
  • Working longer can replace low-earning years and raise the benefit.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I claim early?

Early claiming permanently reduces the payment but starts it sooner. Health, other income and life expectancy all matter.

Disclaimer

Legamoney calculators are educational tools. Results are estimates based on the figures you enter and do not constitute financial, tax or legal advice.

Last reviewed 2026-08-01