Fast Facts & Figures answers the most frequently asked questions about the programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It highlights basic program data for the Social Security (retirement, survivors, and disability) and Supplemental Security Income programs. Most of the data come from the Annual Statistical Supplement to the Social Security Bulletin, which provides detailed data on the programs administered by SSA. Data on trust fund operations are from the 2021 Trustees Report.

The tables and charts illustrate the range of program beneficiaries, from the country's oldest to its youngest citizens. In all, about 69.8 million people receive some type of benefit or assistance.

Kia Foster prepared this chartbook. Staff of the Office of Dissemination edited the chartbook and prepared it for publication.

Natalie Lu
Acting Associate Commissioner for Research, Evaluation, and Statistics
September 2021