Does President Trump receive a monthly Social Security check? Whereas federal and/or state tax filings tend to be a personal matter, it's become something of a tradition for presi

To receive the highest Social Security benefits, you'll have to earn at least the maximum taxable amount annually. For 2025, that's $176,100. In 2015, the amount was $118,500. Any earnings made over the maximum amount isn't taxed and won't count toward your total earnings.

In 2025, the maximum monthly benefit Social Security will pay is $5,108. To be clear, though, that's higher than the program's maximum benefit at full retirement age this year. Those looking at $5,108 a month in Social Security need to delay their claims until the age of 70 to lock in payments that high.

As February progresses, Social Security beneficiaries can anticipate their next payment soon. Understanding the schedule and factors influencing your payment date is crucial. Here's what you need to know.

Expecting a Social Security check this week? Here's February's payment schedule, so you know exactly when you'll get it.