Can a person on ssi earn income?

Yes, a person receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can earn income, but there are limits to how much they can earn without affecting their benefits. Generally, SSI recipients can earn up to a certain amount each month (known as the substantial gainful activity limit) without their benefits being reduced. Additionally, certain deductions, such as the first $65 of monthly earnings and half of the remaining earnings, may be excluded from the income calculation. It's important for recipients to report their earnings to the Social Security Administration to determine how it may impact their benefits.