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To give you an idea of what you might receive, for 2017, the average SSDI benefit amount is $1,171 per month, but those whose income was fairly high in recent years can receive up to $2,687. If you're interested in how Social Security calculates your AIME and PIA, here's how.
Share on Facebook. Share on Google Plus. If you are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI, or sometimes just SSD) benefits, the amount you receive each month will be based on your average lifetime earnings before your disability began. It is not based on how severe your disability is or how much income you have. Most SSDI recipients receive between $700 and $1,700 per month (the average for 2016 is $1,166). However, if you are receiving disability payments from other sources, as discussed below, your payment may be reduced.