IRS News - Don’t forget, Social Security benefits may be taxable

Don’t forget, Social Security benefits may be taxable  https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/dont-for Taxpayers receiving Social Security benefits may have to pay federal income tax on a portion of those benefits.  Social Security benefits include monthly retirement, survivor and disability benefits. They don't include supplemental security income payments, which aren't taxable.  The portion of benefits that are taxable depends on the taxpayer's income and filing status.