Medicare income-based premiums can reduce Social Security checks for middle-class retirees. Learn how IRMAA works and why income bumps can squeeze budgets.

Social Security beneficiaries can see a personalized estimate of how much they could expect each month using the SSA’s calculator.

SSI beneficiaries are people with limited income who are either blind, aged 65 and older, or have a qualifying disability.

There are three boxes you need to check before you apply. And you'll have to put in some real work to pull this off.

The age you claim Social Security can shape your lifetime income. Compare benefits at 62, full retirement age, and 70 to see ...

The maximum Social Security check has never looked better than it does in 2026. The richest beneficiaries are now taking home ...

Social Security is a major source of income for 75 Americans. How far does your check go? See averages by age and gender, how its calculated and making the most of your money. Updated for 2026.

You might be surprised by how much seniors in your state are getting.