Retirement Eligibility

Overview

Retirement Eligibility

Pension benefits can only be received if you are eligible, meaning you meet certain age and service requirements.

Generally, you can retire at:

Legacy Tiers (1, 3, A, or C)

  • Any age, with 30 (20 for safety members) or more years of service
  • Age 50, with 10 or more years of service
  • Age 70 or older, regardless of service

PEPRA Tiers (4, 5, D, or E)

  • Age 52 (50 for safety members), with five or more years of service
  • Age 70 or older, regardless of service