Your Social Security Statement is now at your fingertips
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 6, 2023
Have you ever received a Social Security Statement in the mail? You know, the one that shows all the earnings you’ve had each year and how much you could receive per month in Social Security benefits when you retire? The Statement contains crucial information workers need to plan for a comfortable retirement. Now, thanks to my Social Security, this information—and so much more— is only a few minutes away!
Your personal my Social Security account is secure and gives you ready access to your earnings records, Social Security benefit estimates, and printable Statements. Those who already receive benefits can view their payment history, current status, and manage their benefits.
To open a personal my Social Security account, go to our website and select “Create an Account” to get started. You must be 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, U.S. mailing address (or a military address if deployed overseas), and an email address.
In some cases — like if there was reported credit card fraud under your name or Social Security number — you may have to contact your local Social Security office to open a personal my Social Security account.
Once registered, you can:
- Verify your earnings history.
- View estimated Social Security benefits based on your past earnings.
- View Social Security and Medicare taxes you’ve paid over your lifetime.
- Print your current Social Security Statement.
- Request a replacement Social Security card (in some states).
If you’re currently getting benefits, you can:
- View benefit payment information.
- Change your address and phone number.
- Start or change electronic payments.
- Get a replacement Medicare card.
- Get a replacement 1099 for tax season.
- Get a benefit verification letter.
When you sign up for a personal my Social Security account, we use a secure authentication process to protect the privacy of your identity and your Social Security Statement information. In addition to your unique username and password, you can also further protect your personal my Social Security account with a secure code texted to your phone every time you log in.
Just one more way Social Security strives to provide customers with peace of mind. Learn more at on our website.
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Doug Walker, Deputy Commissioner, Communications
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Kenneth a.
Need total cost for Medicare deducted from my monthly ss pmt for 2017.
Elaine M.
My 2017 earning and tax statement has not arrived? Lost?
How can I get on line
Carol H.
I have not received my 1099 for 2017.
R.F.
Hi Carol. The SSA-1099 is mailed by January 31 each year. If for any reason you did not receive your SSA-1099 in the mail by that date, you can request a replacement beginning February 1st, by using your personal my Social Security account. Thanks!
carylon s.
I don’t understand why my husband got a raise on his SS check and I didn’t??
R.F.
Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thanks!
Henry F.
they or SS sent form tom previous address second year in row
Henry F.
I did not recieve my 1099 statement for 2017
R.F.
Hi Henry! If you currently live in the United States and you need a replacement form SSA-1099, we have a new way for you to get an instant replacement quickly and easily beginning February 1st by using your personal my Social Security account, thanks.
LOUIS J.
I WANT TO CHANGE MY MAILING ADDRESS
LOUIS J.
I WANT TO CHANGE MY MAILING ADDRESS….
Charles W.
I took retirement at age 63 now I am 65 66 in October what I would like to know is how much I can this year Thank you for the help
Charles W.
if I go back to work
jane p.
address change needed
R.F.
Hi Jane! If you get Social Security benefits or are enrolled in Medicare, you can change your address online by using a my Social Security account, thanks.