How much will disability pay?If you live in Kentucky and you are thinking about filing an application for disability with Social Security, you may want to know what your disability pay will be. Social Security Disability programs have no set monthly disability pay amount. The amount you will receive depends upon the disability program you are eligible to receive benefits in, either SSD or SSI. Social Security Disability amounts vary greatly between claimants, because monthly benefits are determined by the amount and years of earnings an individual has prior to becoming disabled. The average amount for SSD beneficiaries in the state of Kentucky is $1250.00. Of course, this is just an average some will receive more than this and others will receive less than this amount. The maximum disability amount for 2019 is $2861.00 per month. On the other hand, if you live in Kentucky and you are eligible for the need based SSI disability program, there is a set maximum benefit of $771.00 for a single person and $1157.00 for a couple both entitled to SSI. Keep in mind with SSI these are maximum amounts that can be lessened by living arrangements, help from family or friends, and work activity. Both SSI and SSD are federal programs and as such the potential disability benefit amounts are the computed the same in Kentucky and every other state. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Individual Questions and Answers |
