Q&A

Can I work and still get SSI?

Can I work and still get SSI?

Your benefits will not necessarily stop just because of work. To qualify, you must have been eligible for an SSI payment for at least one month before you begin working at the SGA level; you must still be disabled; and you must meet all other eligibility rules, including the income and resource tests.

How much does SSI take out if you work?

If your only income is SSI and the money you make from your job, we don’t count the first $85 of your monthly gross earnings. Each month, we reduce your SSI benefits 50 cents for every dollar that you earn over $85.

Can you work part time on SSI?

You can generally work part time while you apply for Social Security disability benefits as long as your earnings don’t exceed a certain amount set by Social Security each year. In addition to the amount of money you make, Social Security may look at the number of hours you’re able to work.

How many hours can I work on SSI 2021?

Generally, self-employed individuals may currently work up to 45 hours per month (about 10 hours per week) and still be eligible for disability benefits — if they are not the only person working for the business and they aren’t making substantial income.

Do you have to work to get Supplemental Security income?

Unlike Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), there is no trial work period for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability beneficiaries. If you are receiving SSI, you may work and continue to receive payments until your earnings, added with any other income, exceed the SSI income limits.

Is it possible to work while on social security?

Your benefits may increase when you reach full retirement age. You can read more about working while retired. If you receive Social Security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), special rules also make it possible for people to work and still receive monthly payments.

How much can I work and still receive Social Security disability?

Social Security Disability Insurance. For SSDI, you can only receive benefits if you cannot work a full time job, or enough to be considered substantial gainful activity ($1,180 per month, $1,970 if you’re blind).

Can you work and receive SSI at the same time?

You can begin to work and continue to receive SSI benefits as long as your wages and other resources do not exceed the SSA’s income limit for SSI; however, your monthly benefit amount will be reduced in proportion to your income.