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Goonch

(3,934 posts) Thu Jul 10, 2025, 12:35 PM Jul 10

Any PA resident paying federal taxes on Social Security Benefits alone?

A 65 yo unemployed friend seeking to apply for Social Security Benefits was told by an SS employee that she would have to pay federal taxes on her benefits.

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Any PA resident paying federal taxes on Social Security Benefits alone? (Original Post) Goonch Jul 10 OP

This is just a general response I got. Not just for PA dhol82 Jul 10 #1

They take FICA out before any other taxes therefore you must pay the federal taxes at the end of the year. Srkdqltr Jul 10 #2

You don't pay FICA on SS benefits, only wages MichMan Jul 10 #4

I knew i was wrong. Should not have answered at all. But we pay taxes on SS. Every year. Srkdqltr Jul 10 #5

They should consult with an accountant. I was one for 40 years. twodogsbarking Jul 10 #3

dhol82

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1. This is just a general response I got. Not just for PA

Reply to Goonch (Original post)

Thu Jul 10, 2025, 12:43 PM

Jul 10

It appears you're asking about the income thresholds at which Social Security benefits become taxable at the federal level. Here's a breakdown:
Individuals: If you file your federal tax return as an individual and your combined income (which includes your adjusted gross income, any tax-exempt interest income, and half of your Social Security benefits) is between $25,000 and $34,000, up to 50% of your benefits may be subject to federal income tax. If your combined income is more than $34,000, up to 85% of your benefits may be taxed.