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According to IRS publication 54 (2007), pensions are "unearned income" and thus in the same category as capital gains, dividends and interest income. Withholding tax is not assessed on pensions, capital gains, dividends and interest.

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Earned income is subject to FICA withholding, regardless of your age. If you continue working, even if you are also drawing Social Security benefits, you will continue to contribute to Social Security.

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