Some American married couples may get up to $17,404 per year if they qualify for the largest SSI benefit in 2025. Thanks to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment, the new maximum amount for married couples will be $1,450, up from $1,415. To get the Supplemental Security Income program there are a few things you should comply with.
Those who do not meet all the requirements to get SSI cannot enjoy this monthly benefit. However, there are many Americans who are missing out on this monthly payment despite SSA‘s efforts to reach out to them.
Requirements to get SSI if you are a married couple
First of all, this Federal payment will only be for Americans who (single or married):
- have a low income
- have little or no resources
- (both) meet the income and resource limits
- meet one of these 3 conditions:
- has a disability
- is at least 65 years old
- is blind
*both adults and children may qualify
What is the maximum amount for SSI per year if you are not married?
This maximum amount per year will depend on the way you qualify. For example, an essential person can get up to $484 per month. That amounts to $5,815 per year after the 2025 COLA increase that will take effect on December 31, 2024.
An individual may also qualify for Supplemental Security Income payments. The maximum amount per year will be up to $11,604 per year. So, that makes the maximum check or direct deposit per month worth $967.
The current amount for an essential person on SSI is just $472 and up to $943 for an individual. So, the annual benefit amounts to 5,673 dollars for an essential person and up to $11,321 for an individual.
Helping someone you know who meets all these requirements is possible. Even if you are already receiving it and you are facing difficulties in buying food, you can also apply for SNAP.
