Are Social Security benefits taxable?
Some of you have to pay federal income taxes on your Social Security benefits. between $25,000 and $34,000, you may have to pay income tax on up to 50 percent of your benefits. more than $34,000, up to 85 percent of your benefits may be taxable.
What is adjusted gross income?
Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is defined as gross income minus adjustments to income. Adjustments to Income include such items as Educator expenses, Student loan interest, Alimony payments or contributions to a retirement account.
Do I have to file a tax return if my only income is Social Security?
Social Security Income. Generally, your Social Security income will only be taxed if you have income from other sources and your combined income is more than a certain base amount. If Social Security is your only source of income, then typically you do not need to file a tax return.
How do I figure AGI?
How to calculate your AGI
- Start with your gross income. Income is on lines 7-22 of Form 1040.
- Add these together to arrive at your total income.
- Subtract your adjustments from your total income (also called “above-the-line deductions”)
- You have your AGI.
What are the federal tax brackets for 2015?
2015 Federal Income Tax Rates
| If your taxable income is over | But not over | The tax is |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $9,225 | 10% |
| $9,225 | $37,450 | $922.50 + 15% |
| $37,450 | $90,750 | $5,156.25 + 25% |
| $90,750 | $189,300 | $18,481.25 + 28% |
Does Social Security count as income?
Since 1935, the U.S. Social Security Administration has provided benefits to retired or disabled individuals and their family members. While Social Security benefits are not counted as part of gross income, they are included in combined income, which the IRS uses to determine if benefits are taxable.