United States Social Security Rate
12.4%
Jan 2026 · Annual
The Social Security Rate in the United States was recorded at 12.4 percent in 2026, with no previous period for comparison. The figure is both the all-time high and all-time low, as the series begins in the same year.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.4% | — | 12.4%Jan 2026 | 12.4%Jan 2026 | 2026 – 2026 | Annual |
About this series
Social Security Rate in United States reached an all-time high of 12.4% in Jan 2026 and a record low of 12.4% in Jan 2026. The series is reported yearly with history from 2026.
The Social Security Rate represents the combined employer and employee contribution rate for the U.S. Social Security program, expressed as a percentage of covered earnings. It is reported on an annual basis, with data available from 2026 onward.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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