There's more to claiming Social Security benefits than simply filing a claim. Benefits may change based on claiming age, income and marital status. Use the calculator below to see how various assumptions could affect different situations.
Estimates are based on formulas from the Social Security Administration and can be helpful for starting a conversation about Social Security or other general use. Before making any decision, individuals need to consult specific information available at My Social Security Account at ssa.gov/myaccount.