Social Security Claiming Calculator — Age 62 or Age 70?

Your FRA benefit in, monthly amounts out for every claim age — early claims cut up to 30%, delaying to 70 adds 24% (per year +8%). Lifetime totals show the break-even.

Quick answer: Free Social Security calculator: see your estimated monthly benefit at every claiming age 62–70 — early reduction vs delayed retirement credits, lifetime totals compared.

💡 Approximate SSA factors: −6.67%/yr claimed before 67, +8%/yr delayed to 70. Your statement is the source of truth.

How to use

  1. Open this page on any device — no signup needed.
  2. Fill in the fields above.
  3. Get your result instantly — nothing is uploaded.

About this tool

Claim at 62 and your benefit is cut about 30% below Full Retirement Age (67 for most); every year you delay past FRA adds 8% in delayed retirement credits up to 70 (+24%). Monthly-vs-lifetime math depends heavily on lifespan — this calculator shows monthly benefits at each age AND cumulative lifetime totals so the break-even (~80–83) is visible, not guessed.

FAQ

When should I claim?
Poor health or need → earlier often wins. Expecting a long life or can bridge income → 70 maximizes the monthly check for life (and survivor benefits).
What is my FRA benefit?
Your 35 highest-earning years feed it — check your exact number at ssa.gov (My Social Security account), then plug it in here.

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