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β™Ώ SSDI Benefits in Chicago, Cook, Illinois β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Chicago residents

Avg $1,537/moMax Benefit
1-800-772-1213Helpline
ILState
Work history basedFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Chicago, Illinois
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Chicago, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Work history based. Family of 4 in Chicago: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-772-1213
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Chicago residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Cook Office
Visit offices near Chicago. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Chicago
  • Work history W-2s
  • Medical records
  • Social Security card
  • Birth certificate
  • Bank information
❓ FAQs β€” SSDI Benefits in Chicago
Who qualifies for SSDI Benefits in Chicago, Illinois?
Residents of Chicago, Cook, Illinois with income at or below Work history based. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-772-1213.
How to apply for SSDI Benefits in Chicago?
Apply online at www.ssa.gov/disability/disability_starter_kits.htm, call 1-800-772-1213, or visit Cook office.
Is there a SSDI Benefits office in Chicago?
The nearest office is in Cook. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
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