How much will your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) checks pay each month? Well, it varies as some states award additional income to the base amounts listed below. That being said, here are the amounts for 2012. Keep in mind that these amounts change each year in conjunction with the cost of living adjustment (COLA).
Social Security Administration SSI payout amounts for 2012:
| Recipient | Unrounded annual amounts for— | Monthly amounts for 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2012 a | ||
| Eligible individual | $8,095.32 | $8,386.75 | $698 |
| Eligible couple | 12,141.61 | 12,578.71 | 1,048 |
| Essential person | 4,056.93 | 4,202.98 | 350 |
| a The unrounded amounts for 2012 equal the unrounded amounts for 2011 increased by 3.6 percent. | |||
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Remember, these payouts are lowered depending on your countable income each year. If you are thinking of applying for disability benefits click for a free consultation or call 1-800-596-1533.
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