If you're younger than full retirement age, continuing to work, and will earn more than $16,920 next year, then Social Security will further reduce the amount you receive in Social Security income by $1 for every $2 dollars you earn above next year's income limit.
The narrowest distance between mainland Russia and mainland Alaska is approximately 55 miles. However in the body of water between Alaska and Russia, known as the Bering Strait, there lies two small islands known as Big Diomede and Little Diomede.
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: Alaska is in North America. The shortest distance from Alaska to the lower 48 United States is about 500 miles. The main land masses of Alaska and Russia are separated by the Bering Strait.which is a bit over 50 miles wide.