Basic SSDI Eligibility Criteria in Ohio

To qualify for SSDI benefits in Ohio, you must meet several requirements:

• Work Credits: You must have earned enough work credits by paying Social Security taxes through your employment. Generally, you need 40 credits, with 20 earned in the last 10 years before becoming disabled. Younger workers may qualify with fewer credits.
• Disability Definition: You must have a medically determinable physical or mental impairment expected to last at least 12 months or result in death.
• Inability to Work: Your disability must prevent you from performing any substantial gainful activity (SGA). In 2025, the SGA limit is $1,470 per month for non-blind individuals.
• Residency and Citizenship: You must be a U.S. citizen or have legal resident status and reside in Ohio.

The SSDI Application Process

Meeting eligibility is the first step, but you’ll need to provide sufficient medical evidence and follow the application process carefully to get approved.

Additional Ohio Considerations

• Ohio does not have special SSDI eligibility rules separate from federal guidelines, but knowing local SSA office locations and Ohio-specific resources can help your claim.
• Work incentives and programs in Ohio may also assist SSDI beneficiaries returning to work.