USA TODAY shares why America’s average retirement age keeps rising. Over the past three decades, the average retirement age has risen by about three years, according to a prominent economist. The typical retirement age in 2024 was 64 for men, 62 for women, in contrast to 1994’s average man working until age 61 and women at 59. But why are we working longer? - Americans are living longer, getting healthier, and work in less physically demanding jobs. - Workplace pensions have given way to 401k plans, rewarding workers who delay retirement. - Social Security pushed the “full retirement” age from 65 to 67. - Fewer employers offer health insurance to workers who retire before 65. However, some experts predict the average retirement age may actually decline in 2025. The current administration’s cost-cutting campaign across the federal government has sparked a wave of new Social Security claims this year. Many are racing to claim benefits, which means they’re likely to stop working earlier than they had planned. (fb)

On Memorial Day, we remember our American heroes and honor those who have lost their lives in the service of our great nation. (fb)