Maximum earnings (during work years) subject to FICA tax
$102,000
Base Income (in Retirement) Causing Social Security Benefits to be Taxable
Married, Filing Jointly
50% taxable
$32,000 MAGI
85% taxable
$44,000 MAGI
Single
50% taxable
$25,000 MAGI
85% taxable
$34,000 MAGI
Information provided in the 2008 Tax Information Guide is general in nature and is not meant to offer tax advice. You should consult your own tax
advisor for more complete information.