Written by Sharvan Kumar
To qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), individuals must meet specific criteria, including being 65 or older, blind, or disabled, with limited income and resources.
SSI recipients must have limited income and resources. As of 2025, the resource limit for an individual is $2,000, and for a couple, it’s $3,000.
The maximum SSI payment amount in April 2025 is expected to be $914 per month for an eligible individual and $1,371 per month for an eligible couple.
Some states provide additional SSI benefits beyond the federal amount. These state supplements can vary widely, so it’s important to check with local Social Security offices for the exact amount in each state.
SSI payments are typically made on the 1st of every month, but if the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday, payments are issued on the previous business day.
The Social Security Administration adjusts SSI payments annually based on the cost of living (COLA) increase.
SSI recipients must report any changes in income, living arrangements, or other factors that may affect eligibility or payment amounts.
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