Yes, you can work while you receive Social Security retirement benefits or survivors benefits.
What could happen when I do work while getting benefits?
It could mean a higher benefit for you in the future if you work while getting benefits.
Will it increase my benefits while I work?
Yes, it will increase your future benefits.
Will your earnings be higher than one of the previous years?
Yes, they will be higher than the previous years earnings.
We will recalculate your benefit amount and pay the increase retroactive to January the year after you earned the money.
How much can I earn and still get benefits?
If you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earning limit your benefits may reduce.