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Will My Disability Benefits Go Up If I Move To A State With A Higher Cost Of Living?

I received my disability in KY, now I like me in Arizona, my disability is not enough to last me on, I receive $1127.00 a month my house rent is $1100.00, I know that Arizona cost of living is a whole lot more than ky



Hi,

Social Security is a federal program, so your benefit rate won't change if you move to a state with higher living costs. Some states have their own needs based assistance programs, so you may want to look into that possibility.

Best, Jerry

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January 5, 2018