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Senior Retirement Forums In Massachusetts
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You are eligible for retirement from the Massachusetts State Employee Retirement System (MSERS) at any age with twenty or more years of state service or at age 55 or 60 (depending on hire date) with 10 or more years of state service.
If you are eligible for spousal or widow's benefits under Social Security, these benefits may be reduced under the “Government Pension Offset (GPO)” provision. The reduction in spousal or widow's benefits is 2/3rds of the amount of your Massachusetts pension.
In 2020, 237,387 residents of Massachusetts received a total of $8.9 billion in pension benefits from state and local pension plans. The average pension benefit received was $3,110 per month or $37,315 per year.
If you are eligible for spousal or widow's benefits under Social Security, these benefits may be reduced under the “Government Pension Offset (GPO)” provision. The reduction in spousal or widow's benefits is 2/3rds of the amount of your Massachusetts pension.
After being retired one full calendar year you may earn the difference plus an additional $15,000; Rules pertaining to the maximum 1,200 hours certain retirees can work in a calendar year also apply.
The “20/50” Benefit is available to certain correctional employees who are employed by either the Department of Correction or by a County Sheriff's Department in a Correction Officer role for at least 20 years.
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Pension and Retirement Income Income from most private pensions or annuity plans is taxable in Massachusetts but many government pensions are exempt. Withdrawals from a traditional IRA are taxable but the Massachusetts taxable amount may be different from the federal taxable amount.
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Summary. Massachusetts is a popular retirement destination for many Americans seeking a rich and diverse environment with access to outdoor activities, cultural events, and a moderate climate.