The amount you are entitled to is modified by other factors, most crucially the age at which you claim benefits. For reference, the estimated average Social Security retirement benefit in 2021 is $1,543 a month.

How do I ask Social Security a question?

Please call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) for assistance. Representatives are available between 8a. m. and 7p.

How does Social Security contact?

Social Security may call you in some situations, but will never: Threaten you. Suspend your Social Security number. Ask for gift card numbers over the phone or to wire or mail cash.

Where can I find answers to my questions about social security?

This section of the AARP Social Security Resource Center dives into core questions you face as you approach your retirement years. You’ll find answers on the key factors that shape your benefits, from early-filing penalties and delayed retirement credits to cost-of-living adjustments and Medicare premium deductions.

How does SSA have the authority to issue regulations?

How does SSA have the authority to issue regulations? All Social Security documents published in the Federal Register can be found by accessing the Federal eRulemaking web portal. On the homepage, select the “Advanced Search” link, and the select “Social Security Administration” from the agency drop-down menu.

How is the amount of Social Security benefits determined?

Your Social Security benefit amount is largely determined by how much you earned during your working years, your age when you retire, and your expected lifespan. The first factor that influences your benefit amount is the average amount that you earned while working.

How does work affect your Social Security benefits?

This section of AARP’s Social Security Resource Center breaks down how work, pensions and taxes affect your benefits. You’ll find easy-to-understand answers on: Q: When does the earnings limit on Social Security benefits expire?