How Do Your Social Security Benefits Stack Up to the Average?

Many older adults rely on Social Security benefits to at least some degree in retirement, so it pays to ensure you're receiving as much as possible.

Everyone's benefit amount will be slightly different, as it's based largely on your work history and income. Knowing how much the average retiree receives, though, can sometimes make it easier to plan for the future.

But how much are you expected to receive from Social Security? And how does that stack up to the average retiree? Here's how to find out.

Source Fool.com