A lot has changed for Social Security over the past 50 years, including the amount recipients receive. At the end of 1974, ...

An April survey by the AARP found that one in five Americans over the age of 50 have no retirement savings. And even if you ...

Here’s how much the average American couple actually has saved up for retirement — and how to catch up if you’re worried ...

The average retirement plan participants between the ages of 45 and 54 had an average balance of $168,646 in 2023, according ...

Each year, Vanguard reports 401 (k) statistics in its How America Saves report. In the 2024 edition, the company found that ...

People are steadily extending their careers and working longer. According to research by The Motley Fool, today's average ...

You’ve reached full retirement age and you have a decent nest egg to fund your golden years. But you’re also wondering ...

Retirement planning is unique to each person, so your goals may differ from those of others your age. That said, it can sometimes be helpful to see where the average American stands when it comes ...

Knowing the average cost of health care as you age can help you plan ahead. Expect to pay more — a lot more — as the need for ...

In 2025, the average Social Security benefit for a retired worker at age 65 is approximately $1,545 per month, representing 86.7% of the full retirement benefit, which averages aro ...

Social Security benefits have once again changed in line with inflation adjustments within the United States, so what is the ...

Gen Z believe that the retirement age should be around 61 years old, while the current U.S. average is between 64 and 66.