Here's Exactly What the Average Retiree Receives in Spousal Social Security Benefits
Social Security can go a long way in retirement, and if you're married, you may be entitled to extra money each month in the form of spousal benefits.
Not everyone qualifies for spousal Social Security, and how much you might receive will depend on several factors -- such as your work history, your spouse's benefit amount, and the age you begin claiming.
While everyone's situation will be slightly different, it can be helpful to see how much the average retiree receives. Here's exactly how to estimate your own benefit, as well as how that stacks up to what the average spouse collects in spousal Social Security.
Source Fool.com
