Who had the first Social Security number?

The first official Social Security record and card were established for John David Sweeney, Jr. of New Rochelle, New York, in late 1936, with the number 055-09-0001, though the absolute first number issued might be unknown, with some records pointing to Grace Dorothy Owen (001-01-0001) as the first with the lowest number. The Social Security Administration (SSA) used post offices to distribute applications, and Sweeney, a shipping clerk, was the first to have a record formally established.

Who was given the first SSN?

And so John David Sweeney, Jr. is the closest thing we have to the first person to have received a Social Security card--although his status is more symbolic than actual. John David Sweeney, Jr.

What are the first 3 digits of SSN?

The first three digits of a Social Security Number (SSN) are the Area Number, which historically indicated the geographic area where the application was filed, generally assigned from northeast to west, though since 2011, SSNs are randomly assigned, so the Area Number no longer reflects a specific location or issuance date for new numbers.
 

Who was the first person with a SSN?

John David Sweeney, Jr.

In an effort to learn the family business, Mr. Sweeney was working as a shipping clerk for his father at the time he filled out his application for a social security card.

Who was the first person to get Social Security?

The first recipient of monthly Social Security benefits was Ida May Fuller of Ludlow, Vermont, who received her first payment of $22.54 on January 31, 1940, after retiring as a legal secretary. While another individual, Ernest Ackerman, received a one-time lump-sum payment earlier, Fuller was the first to get recurring monthly payments under the Social Security Act.
 

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How does someone who never worked get Social Security?

Yes, you can get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) without a work history, as it's a needs-based program for the blind, disabled, or aged with limited income and resources, unlike Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), which requires work credits; you just need to meet medical, income, and asset tests, not job-related contributions, according to the SSA and USA.gov. 

Who has the oldest SSN?

A possibly-exasperated SSA then opted to simply turn to the first Social Security applicant in New Hampshire. That was Grace Owen of Concord, who was the first to turn in an application in the state and was also the first to have it typed up. Owen's SSN was 001-01-0001, the lowest—but not the first—SSN to be assigned.

How did the elderly survive before Social Security?

Before Social Security, the elderly survived primarily through extended family support, working as long as possible, personal savings, community aid, and limited state/company pensions, but many faced severe poverty, relying on charity, poorhouses, or handouts, as industrialization shifted people from self-sufficiency to wage-earning, making old age precarious. 

What is the most stolen Social Security number?

The most misused SSN of all time was (078-05-1120). In 1938, wallet manufacturer the E. H. Ferree company in Lockport, New York decided to promote its product by showing how a Social Security card would fit into its wallets. A sample card, used for display purposes, was inserted in each wallet.

Do social security numbers get reused after death?

No, Social Security numbers (SSNs) are not reused or recycled after a person's death; they are retired and marked as inactive in the Social Security Administration (SSA) system, preventing reassignment to anyone else, ensuring they remain available for estate, inheritance, and benefit processing long after the original owner passes, with randomization ensuring enough numbers for future generations. 

Can two people have the same SSN?

Yes, it is possible, though highly unusual and not legitimate, for two people to have the same Social Security Number (SSN) due to errors, fraud, or data mix-ups, leading to significant problems like financial disruption and identity theft, and while the SSA doesn't reuse numbers, issues arise from system glitches, similar names/birthdays, or data entry mistakes. 

When was SSN assigned at birth?

Social Security Numbers (SSNs) started being routinely issued at birth through the "Enumeration at Birth" (EAB) program in 1987, beginning as a pilot in New Mexico and expanding nationwide by 1989, allowing parents to get an SSN for their baby when registering the birth, making it common practice today. This initiative grew after legislation in the late 1980s, like the Family Support Act of 1988, required SSNs for dependents on tax returns, increasing the need for early issuance. 

What president started SSN?

Roosevelt signed the Social Security Bill into law on August 14, 1935, only 14 months after sending a special message to Congress on June 8, 1934, that promised a plan for social insurance as a safeguard "against the hazards and vicissitudes of life." The 32-page Act was the culmination of work begun by the Committee ...

What is the oldest recipient of Social Security?

The oldest known recipient of recurring Social Security benefits was Ida May Fuller, who received the first monthly check in January 1940 at age 65 and lived to be 100, passing away in 1975; however, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has records of many older individuals, though claims of extreme ages (like 360 or 150) are due to data errors or inactive records, not active recipients, with payments generally stopping by age 115. 

Do Amish have SS numbers?

No, most Old Order Amish do not have Social Security Numbers (SSNs) and are exempt from paying SS/Medicare taxes, as they provide for their own elderly and needy, but they must file IRS Form 4029 for this exemption; if they work for non-Amish employers or need federal benefits, they typically get an SSN, though some individuals and children may still not have one due to religious objection, often filing tax returns by mail for dependents without an SSN. 

How much Social Security will you get if you make $60,000 a year?

If you consistently earn around $60,000 annually over your career, you can expect a monthly Social Security benefit of roughly $2,100 to $2,300 at your full retirement age (FRA), but the exact amount varies by your birth year and claiming age; for instance, at FRA, it's around $2,311 based on 2025 bend points, while claiming at 62 yields less and claiming at 70 yields more, with an official estimate available on the Social Security Administration (SSA) website. 

Can I refuse to pay Social Security taxes?

Just like the income tax, most people can't avoid paying Social Security taxes on their employment and self-employment income. There are, however, exemptions available to specific groups of taxpayers.

What determines the first 3 digits of your SSN?

Prior to June 25, 2011, the first three digits (the area number) indicated the geographic region where the person applied for their Social Security card. Numbers were assigned by state or territory. After 2011, the SSA implemented randomization, and these digits no longer have geographical significance.

What did Bill Clinton do to Social Security?

August 15, 1994 President Clinton signed legislation (H.R. 4277) establishing the Social Security Administration as an independent agency.

Who's Social Security number was 1?

However, since the Social Security numbers were not assigned in chronological order, Sweeney did not receive the lowest Social Security number, 001-01-0001. That distinction belongs to Grace D. Owen of Concord, New Hampshire.

Who cannot collect Social Security?

People not eligible for Social Security include those who haven't worked enough to earn 40 credits, certain non-citizens, government employees in non-covered jobs (like some state/local/federal workers), retirees living in specific countries (e.g., Cuba, North Korea), and individuals with certain criminal statuses like fleeing prosecution. Ineligibility often stems from not paying into the system or falling under specific exclusion rules, even if some taxes were paid. 

Can two wives collect Social Security from one husband?

Yes, two wives (a current wife and an eligible ex-wife) can potentially collect Social Security benefits from one husband's earnings record, provided each meets separate criteria, like marriage duration and age, and they claim survivor or divorced spouse benefits, with each receiving the higher of their own or the spousal/survivor benefit, without reducing the other's amount. 

Who is entitled to death benefits in Social Security?

Social Security death benefits (survivor benefits) go to eligible family members, primarily the spouse, ex-spouse, children, or dependent parents of a worker who paid Social Security taxes. Eligibility depends on the survivor's age and relationship to the deceased, with spouses potentially receiving a monthly payment (up to 100% of the worker's benefit) or a one-time $255 lump sum, while children and dependent parents also qualify for monthly support.