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CalPERS 2.5% at 55 (Peace Officers & Firefighters) 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 2.5% at 55 (Peace Officers & Firefighters) retirement benefit under the State Safety category. Classic state peace officers & firefighters. 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 2.5% at 55 (Peace Officers & Firefighters) — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out which CalPERS formula I have?▾
Your formula is determined by your employer, your job classification (miscellaneous, safety, etc.), and your hire date. Check your myCalPERS account, your most recent annual statement, your employer's retirement contract with CalPERS, or contact your HR/benefits office. The formula name will look like '2% at 55' or '2.7% at 57' followed by a category like State Miscellaneous or Local Safety.
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.
Why does the benefit factor change every quarter year?▾
CalPERS publishes benefit factors at quarter-year intervals (e.g., 55.00, 55.25, 55.50, 55.75). This means your exact retirement date within a year affects your benefit factor. Retiring even three months later can increase your benefit factor and monthly pension.
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.
What is the difference between CalSTRS and CalPERS?▾
CalSTRS (California State Teachers' Retirement System) covers certificated K-12 teachers, community college instructors, and some administrators. CalPERS (California Public Employees' Retirement System) covers state, school, and local public agency employees. Teachers may have benefits from both systems depending on their career.

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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