SSI provides crucial financial support, but the maximum monthly payment of $967 may not always be sufficient. Fortunately, ...

Kameleon007 / Getty Images Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program administered by the Social Security Administration to help certain individuals who suffer from financial need.

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No, your Supplemental Security Income payments aren't taxable, as they aren't considered earned income. This also means that if you are a beneficiary, you aren't required to file taxes.