how much can you make on ssi
Everyone on SSI disability (Supplemental Security Income) is eligible for the same base amount, $735 (in 2017). But your actual monthly SSI payment will depend on whether you have any countable income, whether you are married, and what state you live in. How Much Does SSI Pay? While SSI is a federal program (administered by the Social Security Administration), and the federal government pays a standard base rate of $735 per month, most SSI recipients receive more or less than the federal benefit rate.