Question

What is the taxable amount of social security income reported on the tax return if a single taxpayer's income included only $9,400 in social security benefits and $150 in interest income?

Answer 1

Answer:

$0

Explanation:

If an individual's total income (including Social security benefits + all other types of income) is less than $25,000, or $32,000 for married couples, then he/she will not have to pay any taxes on their Social Security benefits. Only if total income is higher than the current thresholds, should Social Security benefits be taxed. Depending of the individual's total income, between 50-85% of Social Security benefits must be taxed at the individual's tax bracket.