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Seasonal Work While Getting Social Security | Social Security Matters
Posted on December 12, 2019 by Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner
Many people pick up side jobs when the holiday shopping season comes around. It’s a good way for you to make some extra income during the busy season or ease back into working if you have been out of the labor force for a while. We’re here to help you navigate working seasonally if you get Social Security.
You can get Social Security retirement or survivors benefits and work at the same time. But if you’re younger than full retirement age and earn more than certain amounts, your benefits will be reduced, although not dollar for dollar. 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. If you want to try working again, seasonal work may help you ease back into the work force. Read Working While Disabled or visit our Ticket to Work website for more information.
We also have an easy-to-share video introducing people to Ticket to Work.
Keep in mind that you must report all earnings, including your seasonal earnings, to Social Security. Your earnings also count toward your future benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work in a job and pay Social Security taxes. We use your total yearly earnings to figure your Social Security credits. You can learn more by reading How You Earn Credits.
Having a job can bring positive change to your life in a number of ways, providing independence, fulfillment, and community involvement. Social Security is here to help. Please share this information with friends and family.
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57 thoughts on “Seasonal Work While Getting Social Security”
Doreen K Taylor on December 12, 2019 at 1:38 pm said:
Our we getting a one time payment of 200 dollars next year
Reiko Muramoto on December 12, 2019 at 1:49 pm said:
I am a retired person looking for a seasonal work.
Lesly Francois on December 12, 2019 at 1:50 pm said:
I am an fanancial hardship.!!!
Ola Morris on December 12, 2019 at 1:55 pm said:
I don’t understand how you can work all of your adult life and social security is being withdrawn the entire time that you work. The maximum you can get is about 1,400, you then get a job where they continue to take social security out and they can and will reduce your pay. It makes a person just want to sit down and do nothing and let the system pay for everything.
Jayne Moberly on December 12, 2019 at 8:14 pm said:
Most people who made above minimum wage are drawing much more then 1400.00 a month. My husband is suppose to draw 1795.00 at retirement age which is next year. If you are disabled or retired and NOT drawing Ssi then you can work and earn over 1k a month with losing your benefits. So NO reason to sit down on the government because they do allow people to continue to work and make money if they stay below a certain amount.
Ray on December 23, 2019 at 2:28 pm said:
It sounds like you are looking to retire at 62 in which case you’re benefits are substantially less than if you wait to full retirement age of 66, and also less than if you wait until 70 to claim. If you can, do NOT claim before you are 66.
Richard D Gosson on December 12, 2019 at 2:06 pm said:
I am 81 yrs old and have been working the last 7 years in the summer only. Would that affect an increase in my SS
John J OMalia on December 12, 2019 at 4:47 pm said:
No, only SSI
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 22, 2020 at 3:09 pm said:
Hi, Richard. Thanks for your question. Each year we review the records for all working Social Security recipients to see if additional earnings may increase monthly benefits. If your earnings for the prior year are higher than one of the years we used to compute your retirement benefit, we will recalculate your benefit amount. Generally, we will send a letter explaining any increase in your benefit amount. Please call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or contact your local office directly for further assistance.
Steven on December 12, 2019 at 2:14 pm said:
What about temporary Census work in 2020? Will that impact social security eligibility for those receiving federal income.
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 23, 2020 at 9:19 am said:
Hi, Steven. Thanks for your question. If you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earnings limit, this can reduce the number of payments you receive through the year. For 2020 that limit is $18,240. If you applied and received benefits prior to attainment of full retirement age, and work part-time thereafter you will be considered “retired” only if your monthly earnings are $1,520 or less. Also, if your earnings will be over the limit for the year but you will be retired for part of the year, we have a special rule that applies to earnings for one year. If you work and are full retirement age or older, you may keep all of your benefits, no matter how much you earn, starting with the month you reach your full retirement age. Please visit our Retirement Planner: Getting Benefits While Working for more information. If you have specific questions about your situation, please call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 and speak with one of our agents. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. We hope this helps.
Cheryl Prost, 3568 Hartsville Pike, Lebanon, TN 37087 on December 12, 2019 at 2:21 pm said:
I have tried to get into my account with SSA but twice now I have been told they would send me in the mail the way to reset my password. I have not received a letter yet. This was two months ago when I first questioned it. How do I reset my password, thank you
BW on January 17, 2020 at 12:55 am said:
You can call the 1800 number and they can reset it over the phone, but you still may have to answer the ID questions that lock you out. If you have a problem with the ID questions you need to call Equifax 800.685.1111 because they are in charge of the ID questions.
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 23, 2020 at 9:32 am said:
Hi, Cheryl. We are sorry to hear about your experience. To retrieve or change your account username or password, go here. If you still need assistance call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “help desk.” We hope this helps.
Peggy D Cronin-Lindsey on December 12, 2019 at 2:54 pm said:
I am currently drawing my SS and work. How come I never get more SS then I do?
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 23, 2020 at 9:47 am said:
Hi, Peggy. Thanks for your question. Each year we review the records for all working Social Security recipients. If your earnings for the prior year are higher than one of the years we used to compute your retirement benefit, we will recalculate your benefit amount. We pay the increase retroactive to January the year after you earned the money. Visit our Retirement Planner: Getting Benefits While Working for more information. We hope this helps.
Tom on December 12, 2019 at 3:12 pm said:
Except the 1 for 2 doesn’t seem to apply until an audit is requested.
camille vineyard on December 12, 2019 at 4:15 pm said:
i am retired and have been working for 7 yrs 20 hrs a wk at shoprite. I get maybe $20 extra a year from ss. I am 73 and enjoy my coworkers and it gives me something to do and keeps my mind busy. the work is not easy but its something I do well.
cricket bailey on February 1, 2020 at 6:02 pm said:
at your age do you have to claim your ss on your taxs every year. i do and it brings my income tax return down to hardly nothing.i thought at our age we could work as long as we wanted and it wouldnt affect our returns
Robert W. Burdick, MD on December 12, 2019 at 5:50 pm said:
I am a72 year old physician still in private practice STILL pay FICA taxes both employee and employer contributions—- i waited until age 70 to collect social security—- will my monthly benefit go up as i contribute and have been for last 2 years ??
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 23, 2020 at 10:43 am said:
Hi, Robert. Thanks for your question. Each year we review the records for all working Social Security recipients. If your earnings for the prior year are higher than one of the years we used to compute your retirement benefit, we will recalculate your benefit amount. We pay the increase retroactive to January the year after you earned the money. Visit our Retirement Planner: Getting Benefits While Working for more information. We hope this helps.
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Crazy k on December 12, 2019 at 10:57 pm said:
I’m on Social Security Disability. Every time I try to get a job. I report it. I also report my income.
Now our state raised min wage to $15 an hour. I’m afraid I’ll lose all my benefits if I start work again.
I feel like a yoyo. SSA one year says I was underpaid. So I get a retropayment. But at the end of the year, SSA says oops you owe SSA Thousands of dollars.. We paid you too much.
So I’m afraid to go back to work because SSA does not know what they are doing.
Anyone has this same problem I have?
mohand-mouloud oulefki on December 13, 2019 at 9:18 am said:
Voudrais juste apporter une précision concernant les 35 ans de travail retenu pour ma carrière. En fait, pendant presque tout ce temps j’ai travaillé jours et nuits ainsi : pendant la journée j’enseigne au lycée ou je vendais du matériel pédagogique aux établissements scolaires et pendant la nuit je fabriquais ce matériel .
Joan O'Brien on December 13, 2019 at 9:19 am said:
How do I officially report the death of my father-in-law?
Charlie on December 13, 2019 at 10:28 am said:
Go to a Social security office
Be prepared to return the last SS monthly payment.
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 23, 2020 at 3:07 pm said:
Hi, Joan. We are sorry to hear about your loss. Typically, the funeral director notifies us of an individual’s passing by sending the deceased person’s death certificate to their local Social Security office. However, you may report the death of your father by submitting his death certificate to your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Alberto Barnett on December 13, 2019 at 9:42 am said:
Good morning Ms Bogle. My name is Alberto Barnett. I claimed for SSI when I turned 66 1/2 years of age. According to what I was advised, I did not meet the criteria to have my SSI increased to more than I’m receiving now. I would like to know why? The individual I spoke to stated that is all I was entitled to. Why are caucasians continuously getting so much more than the black senior citizens? Whe paid our dues as well, why are we being shortchanged? Please, can you assist me with this endeavor. Thank you.
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 23, 2020 at 3:09 pm said:
Hi, Alberto. We are sorry to hear about your situation. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Loretta on December 13, 2019 at 10:01 am said:
I plan to work with the Cenus Bureau in 2020. I am 68 do I have to go to social security and let them know?
Ray Eisenberg on December 23, 2019 at 2:36 pm said:
You don’t have to go to SS before you work for the Census. You just need to report your earnings on your Tax returns. You say that you’re 68, well if you are already claiming SS and also do this “seasonal” Census work, your Benefits should NOT be affected. Whether you will pay taxes or not depends on your overall income – also, tax might be deducted at source depending on how they pay you – W2 or 1099.
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 24, 2020 at 1:12 pm said:
Hi, Loretta. Thanks for your question. If you work and are full retirement age or older, the amount you make at work will not affect your Social Security benefits, no matter how much you earn. For more information, visit our Benefits Planner: Getting Benefits While Working. We hope this helps.
Laura L Tomek on December 13, 2019 at 11:17 am said:
Will my estimated $9000 of part time work, in all of 2019, increase my monthly SS? Thanks
Neva on December 13, 2019 at 4:27 pm said:
I would like to know the answer to that question. Got the same problem.
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 24, 2020 at 1:20 pm said:
Hi, Laura. Each year we review the records for all working Social Security recipients to see if additional earnings may increase monthly benefits. If your earnings for the prior year are higher than one of the years we used to compute your retirement benefit, we will recalculate your benefit amount. Generally, we will send a letter explaining any increase in your benefit amount. Please call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or contact your local office directly for further assistance. We hope this helps.
Verdusco on December 13, 2019 at 3:53 pm said:
What was the point of this article???
Neva on December 13, 2019 at 4:28 pm said:
James Dillon on December 14, 2019 at 1:51 am said:
Do u have too pay taxes when you collect SSI
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 24, 2020 at 5:32 pm said:
Thanks for your question, James. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is not taxable. However, under current law, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers Social Security benefits taxable income for beneficiaries whose countable income exceeds certain limits. For more information, please visit here. We hope this helps.
Nancy E. Allen on December 14, 2019 at 8:29 pm said:
I will report my seasonal wage earnings, and anything further, if hired permanently.
Smith Miller on December 16, 2019 at 1:00 am said:
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Linda M Richards on December 16, 2019 at 9:38 am said:
My husband is 74 years old already collecting his SS. He still work’s part time three day’s a week. When he decides to stop working totally will his SS check get adjusted because of earning the extra credits while working his part time job these past ten yrs plus?
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 27, 2020 at 12:15 pm said:
Hi, Linda. Thanks for your question. Each year we review the records for all working Social Security recipients to see if additional earnings may increase monthly benefits. If your husband’s earnings for the prior year are higher than one of the years we used to compute his retirement benefit, we will recalculate his benefit amount. Generally, we will send a letter explaining any increase in his benefit amount. For more information, visit our Benefits Planner: Getting Benefits While Working. We hope this helps.
Alexis Baltazar on December 17, 2019 at 2:15 pm said:
I’m trying to make an appointment for the ticket to work i went to 2 agencies and noone wants to help I been waiting already a year no phone call or email 3106581375
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Linda Connell on December 18, 2019 at 5:24 pm said:
I am getting phone messages daily, 3 today, saying my social security number has been compromised. I must contact this law enforcement officer immediately or a warrent for my arrest will be issued. The calls have been coming daily for the last week.
I have reported these calls several years ago and now they have begun again.
Hospitals & Asylums on December 20, 2019 at 1:23 pm said:
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Adriana on December 27, 2019 at 2:31 pm said:
I dont receive The social of my baby i Need it!!!!!! Information please
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on January 31, 2020 at 9:53 am said:
Hi, Adriana. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
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Antoine Antonio Mack on January 2, 2020 at 9:49 pm said:
Hello! Rep, I Antoine Mack wanted to know how long does it takes to receive social security. Do I need to re- apply for social security benefits. If so, you can call me at (224)413-2671. Thank you!
Ann C., Public Affairs Specialist on February 3, 2020 at 3:14 pm said:
Hi, Antoine. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. If you still need assistance, please call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Vonda Thayn on January 14, 2020 at 3:59 pm said:
I’m on SSA Disability, can I work from my home doing customer service, and not loose my SSA disability.
gbg on January 23, 2020 at 11:36 am said:
JanVQ on January 29, 2020 at 1:55 pm said:
Would working for 2020 Census affect social security disability or SSI eligibility?
Smith Miller on February 10, 2020 at 2:20 am said:
When you use your personal vehicle for office purpose it’s better to have commercial insurance than a personal/common vehicle insurance