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CalPERS 2.7% at 55 Retirement Calculator

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50

Min Age

55

Reference Age

55

Max Factor Age

2%

COLA Cap

Use this free calculator to estimate your 2.7% at 55 retirement benefit under the Local Miscellaneous category. Classic local miscellaneous members. This formula applies to classic members. Enter your planned retirement age, years of service, and final compensation below for an instant estimate with a full calculation breakdown.
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CalPERS 2.7% at 55 — Frequently Asked Questions

What is final compensation?▾
Final compensation is the average of your highest salary over a specific period, typically your highest 12 or 36 consecutive months depending on your formula. PEPRA members use a 36-month average; classic members typically use a 12-month average.
Is final compensation my last paycheck or an average?▾
It is an average. Classic CalPERS members use the average of their highest 12 consecutive months of compensation. PEPRA members use the average of their highest 36 consecutive months. The highest period does not have to be the final period — it is the highest qualifying span anywhere in your career.
What are the survivor benefit options?▾
CalPERS offers four retirement options: Unmodified (no survivor benefit, highest monthly payment), 100% Survivor (your beneficiary receives the same monthly benefit after your death), 75% Survivor, and 50% Survivor. Choosing a survivor option reduces your monthly pension. The reduction depends on your age and your beneficiary's age at retirement.
How accurate is this calculator?▾
This calculator uses the official benefit factor tables published by CalPERS and CalSTRS. The benefit factor lookup is verified against official PDF documents. However, your actual pension may differ due to factors not included in this estimate, such as exact survivor actuarial reductions, reciprocity, disability retirement, or employer-specific rules. For an official estimate, log in to myCalPERS or contact your retirement system.
When can I retire from CalPERS?▾
You can retire when you reach the minimum retirement age for your formula and have at least 5 years of service credit. However, retiring at the minimum age typically gives you a much lower benefit factor. The benefit factor increases as you approach and reach your formula's reference age.

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for informational and educational purposes only. It is not financial, tax, or legal advice. All formulas are sourced from publicly available CalPERS documents. Formula factors verified against official CalPERS benefit factor tables. Last verified: 2026-05-26. View official source PDF