Maine · 2026
SSI (Supplemental Security Income) Income Limits 2026: Do You Qualify?
Monthly cash benefit for people who are 65+, blind, or have a disability, with limited income and assets.
You must also be 65 or older, blind, or have a disability.
| Household size | Gross income limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $994/month |
| 2 | $1,491/month † |
| 3 | $1,491/month † |
| 4 | $1,491/month † |
| 5 | $1,491/month † |
| 6 | $1,491/month † |
| 7 | $1,491/month † |
| 8 | $1,491/month † |
† Estimated (see the note below the table). The source link has the official table.
SSI's federal benefit rate is set per eligible individual ($994/mo) or eligible couple ($1,491/mo), not scaled further by household size. This shows the couple rate as a floor; asset limits also apply. See source.
Source · checked 2026-07-15
Frequently asked
What's the SSI (Supplemental Security Income) income limit for my household size in Maine?
See the table above. It's based on gross monthly income before taxes for 2026.
Is this an official determination?
This tool gives a quick, informal estimate based on published income limits. It is not a benefits determination and not legal or financial advice. Rules have exceptions (deductions, asset tests, categorical eligibility) this screener does not model. Always confirm with the official application.
How do I apply?
Apply through Social Security Administration: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/.
Apply for SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
This tool gives a quick, informal estimate based on published income limits. It is not a benefits determination and not legal or financial advice. Rules have exceptions (deductions, asset tests, categorical eligibility) this screener does not model. Always confirm with the official application.