Social Security Administration

The Social Security Administration is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government that administers Social Security, a social insurance program consisting of retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.

Social Security touches the lives of every American, both directly and indirectly. Social Security helps older Americans, workers who become disabled, wounded warriors, and families in which a spouse or parent dies.

Today, about 180 million people work and pay Social Security taxes and about 63 million people receive monthly Social Security benefits. With retirement, disability, and survivors benefits, we improve the quality of life for millions throughout life’s journey.

To learn more about Social Security and our programs and services, go to www.socialsecurity.gov or call 1-800-772-1213.