Reporting Wages To
Social Security Administration (SSA)

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California Department of Rehabilitation
Spotlight on Social Security

Reporting Wages to Social Security Administration (SSA)

Social Security requires individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to report their wages every month. Timely reporting helps prevent overpayments, underpayments, or interruptions in benefits. Staying on top of wage reporting doesn’t have to be stressful. With several simple reporting options available, you can choose the method that works best for you while keeping your benefits accurate and secure.

Ways to Report Your Wages:

  • Mobile App (SSI only): The SSI Mobile Wage Reporting App allows recipients to report their total monthly gross wages directly from a mobile device.

    • Available for free from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
    • Designed specifically for SSI recipients.

  • Telephone Reporting: Choose one of the three phone reporting options.

    • Automated Wage Reporting Line: 866 772 0953
    • National SSA Office: 800 772 1213
    • Your local Social Security office

  • Online Wage Reporting: Wages can be reported through your my Social Security online account.

    • Available at: www.ssa.gov
    • Recipients, representative payees, and deemors can report wages online.

  • Fax to Your Local SSA Office:

    • Include -
      • Name
      Social Securty Number
      Address
      Phone Number
      Type of Benefit received (SSI, SSDI, or both)

  • Mail to Your Local SSA Office: Include the same information required for fax submissions.

  • In Person Reporting: You may also report wages at your local Social Security office.

Important Notes:

  • Phone reporting and the mobile SSI wage app allow only one active employer per wage earner.

  • If reporting online and an employer is missing from your account, contact your local SSA office to add it. Online reporting does allow reporting wages from multiple employers.

  • Always report wages by the 6th of each month to avoid SSI or SSDI overpayments or underpayments.

  • Make copies of your paystubs; do not send originals.

Additional Resources:

Support is available. Use resources like the CA Department of Rehabilitation, SSA, Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) projects, and the Disability Benefits 101 (DB101) website for information and guidance.

You’re not alone, there are tools and support available to help you stay confident and informed. Understanding how to report your wages is an important part of protecting your benefits and planning for a stronger future. With this knowledge, you can make empowered decisions about work, stability, and financial independence.

Want to learn more? The California Department of Rehabilitation website offers many valuable resources to help you navigate Social Security rules. One of the most helpful is the Spotlight on Social Security YouTube channel, where you’ll find webinars on topics such as SSI and Work, SSDI and Work, and work incentives you may benefit from. You can also explore real success stories from individuals who have learned to effectively manage employment while receiving disability benefits.

 

Resources

Benefits to Independence 101 Contact Directory Resource Library Meet the Team Spotlight on Social Security Newsletter Spotlight on Social Security Webinars Students Receiving Benefits Success Stories Ticket to Work Program Work Incentive Planning Services