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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Suzanne L.
Just want to make sure u have my new address just listed.
A.C.
Hi, Suzanne. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
joyce s.
the amount of my benefits just doesn’t seem right. I don’t even get $400.00 a month and I’ve worked a lot of jobs from 1970 till 2016. I would like a print out of my income and a statement of how much money I should be receiving. Thank you
V.V.
Hi Joyce: A Social Security retirement benefit is calculated by using your highest 35 years of earnings. If you do not have 35 years of earnings, we will use all of the earnings on your record and factor in an annual total of $0.00 earnings for each of the remaining years.
For your security, we do not have access to your information in this venue. To inquire about your benefit amount, you will need to contact your local Social Security office or call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available to help you Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Jean D.
Earning statement 2019
David K.
Note that you CAN NOT print out a social security statement after applying for Medicare. Had not printed one earlier in the year because it kept saying 2018 income had not been posted. (BTW – there is none, I’m retired)
bob d.
disabilty disability programs,do i qualify.
bob d.
disabilty disability programs,
Cheryle S.
I want to sign up for My Social Security and I also want a paper statement. When I clicked on the link to request the paper statement I see “page not found”. How can I get electronic and Paper statements.
A.C.
Hi, Cherlye. Good news! You can view, save, and print your statement using your personal my Social Security account. If you encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Michael D.
I would like to continue receiving my SS statements by mail
Deborah
Not letting someone re apply for 24 hours seems a little harsh is someone makes a mistake.
Joyce F.
I need a copy of my 2019 Benefits Statement (not the SSA 1099). I misplaced my original that was sent in November 2018. It shows my monthly benefit, taxes deducted, etc.