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Social Security Timing Calculator

When should you claim Social Security?

Optional β€” improves age precision

What type of benefit are you planning for?

Benefit type

How do you want to enter your benefit?

Benefit input method
$
years

Average is ~84 for women, ~79 for men. Adjust based on your health and family history.

Tax filing status

Used to screen whether your SS benefits may be taxable.

Tax filing status
$

Wages, pension, IRA withdrawals, investment income β€” not including SS benefits