What age should you collect Social Security benefits at? mBlip / 3 hours ago December 22, 2025 From USA TODAY. Discover the ideal age for claiming Social Security benefits based on math and life expectancy. Should you wait or claim early? Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/12/22/best-age-to-take-social-security-retirement/87731815007/