What is the average Social Security payment at 62?
James Williams
Published Mar 26, 2026
For example, the AARP calculator estimates that a person born on Jan. 1, 1959, who has averaged a $50,000 annual income would get a monthly benefit of $1,264 if they file for Social Security at 62, $1,785 at full retirement age (in this case, 66 years and 10 months), or $2,237 at 70.
The average Social Security monthly benefit by age
| Age | Average Benefit |
|---|---|
| 62 | $1,130 |
| 63 | $1,161 |
| 64 | $1,229 |
| 65 | $1,321 |
What are the Social Security benefits at 62?
Colleen is 62 as of 2019. If Colleen waits until age 66 and 6 months (her FRA) to collect, she will receive approximately $2,000 a month. However, if she begins taking benefits at age 62, she’ll only receive $1,450 a month. This “early retirement” penalty is permanent and results in her receiving up to 28% less year after year.
Is there a Cola for Social Security at 62?
And your annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is based on your benefit. So if you begin Social Security at 62, and start with reduced benefits, your COLA-adjusted benefit will be lower too. Waiting to claim your Social Security benefit will result in a higher benefit.
How are Social Security benefits reduced when you reach full retirement age?
If you start receiving benefits early, your benefits are reduced a small percent for each month before your full retirement age. To find out how much your benefit will be reduced if you begin receiving benefits from age 62 up to your full retirement age, use the chart below and select your year of birth.
What happens if you wait to claim social security at age 70?
Waiting to claim your Social Security benefit will result in a higher benefit. For every year you delay your claim past your FRA, you get an 8% increase in your benefit. That could be at least a 24% higher monthly benefit if you delay claiming until age 70.
