Social Security Max Income Allowed 2024 Married Filing. How we deduct earnings from benefits. In 2024, if your combined income*, including half of your social security payments, exceeds $25,000, then 50% of your benefits are likely taxable.

For an eligible beneficiary who claims social security upon reaching full retirement age in 2024, the highest possible monthly payment is $3,822. We call this annual limit the contribution and benefit base.