The Average Social Security Benefit Today Is Smaller Than You Think. Here's How to Boost Yours in Time for Retirement

By Yahoo! Finance | Nov 19, 2024 at 03:36 AM EST

Millions of older Americans rely solely on Social Security benefits, with the average retired worker receiving $1,924.35 monthly. Despite a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment in 2025, strategies like boosting income and delaying retirement can increase benefits.

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