The average Social Security check ranges from $1,814 to $2,196 by state, but higher payments don't always mean an easier retirement. Here's where your dollar goes furthest.

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Retirement income looks very different depending on where you live. In some places, the typical retired household has enough income to comfortably cover basics plus travel and discretionary spending.

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Three affordable states where you can retire comfortably on Social Security - The average monthly Social Security payment for a retired worker was $2,071 in January 2026 ...