But there are several thresholds workers should keep in mind, based on new numbers for 2024 that were recently announced by the Social Security Administration.
If you're a worker who hopes to eventually be eligible for retirement benefits, or you're working and also receiving retirement benefits, here's what you need to know.
Up to $168,600 in earnings will be taxed for Social Security in 2024The maximum taxable earnings for Social Security will rise to $168,600 in 2024, up from $160,200 in 2023.
The remaining 6.2% is for Social Security and only applies to the taxable maximum, or $168,600 for next year.
watch nowApproximately 6% of workers who pay Social Security taxes have earnings above the taxable maximum every year, according to the Social Security Administration.
Persons:
Joe Elsasser, Elsasser
Organizations:
Social, Social Security Administration, Social Security, Workers, Federal Insurance, Medicare, Finance