Learn more about how Social Security's full retirement age has been rising since 1983, maxing out this year at age 67 for those born from 1960 onward.

Social Security is a major source of income for 74M Americans — but how far does the average check go? See average benefits by age and gender, how its calculated and making the most of your money. Updated for July 2025.

Lots of changes in store for Social Security recipients as more people rely on a system that's operating above capacity. Full retirement age (FRA) will i