Getting Social Security checks and working at the same time? Here are the new rules you must know for 2026

Whether by choice or necessity, a growing number of American seniors are working well into their golden years. As of 2024, 23.4% of men and 16.2% of women over the age of 65 were still employed, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (1). Many of these seniors are also collecting Social Security benefits while at work. According to the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, roughly 40% of individuals work after claiming benefits, often for several years (2). Must Read The system ...