topic How much tax do I owe if my social security was my only income? in Retirement tax questions

How much tax do I owe if my social security was my only income?

cat-ules — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:06:10 GMT

Re: How much tax do I owe if my social security was my only income?

DoninGA — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:22:58 GMT

If the Social Security benefits are the Only income to be reported on the tax return, then there is no reason or need to file a tax return.

However, if you have healthcare coverage through one of the State Marketplace Exchanges or from healthcare.gov and receive a Form 1095-A then you must file a federal tax return.

Re: How much tax do I owe if my social security was my only income?

VolvoGirl — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:28:46 GMT

Or if there was tax withholding from SS you need to file to get it refunded. To efile you might need to enter $1 of bank interest. You can make up a 1099Int. It won't affect your return but let you efile.