The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers a variety of additional financial support Assistant Director programs including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and other veteran programs.
For beneficiaries, it is very important to understand the payment schedule before 2025, so that they know what they have to do in order to manage their finances.
2025 Social Security Payment Schedule
Assessing payments based on the birthday of the beneficiary is how SSA ensures accurate payment.
- Beneficiaries who are born between the 1st and 10th: Payments will be available on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
- Beneficiaries who are born between the 11th and 20th: Payments will be available on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
- Beneficiaries who are born from the 21st through the close of the month: Payments will be available on the 4th Wednesday of each month.
All beneficiaries who received their benefits before May 1997 and all beneficiaries who received both Social Security and SSI by the 3rd day of any month are paid on the third day of that month. Payments are issued on the immediately preceding business day in case the third falls on a weekend or a federal holiday.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Payment Schedule:
SSI benefits usually received on the first of the month. Any time the first falls on a Saturday or Sunday, or on a holiday, payments go out on the last business day before the first of the month.
2025 Payment Dates Overview
| Month | SSI Payment Date | Social Security Payment Dates (by Birth Date) |
|---|---|---|
| January | January 1 | 2nd Wed: Jan 8 3rd Wed: Jan 15 4th Wed: Jan 22 |
| February | February 1 | 2nd Wed: Feb 12 3rd Wed: Feb 19 4th Wed: Feb 26 |
| March | March 1 | 2nd Wed: Mar 12 3rd Wed: Mar 19 4th Wed: Mar 26 |
| April | April 1 | 2nd Wed: Apr 9 3rd Wed: Apr 16 4th Wed: Apr 23 |
| May | May 1 | 2nd Wed: May 14 3rd Wed: May 21 4th Wed: May 28 |
| June | June 1 | 2nd Wed: Jun 11 3rd Wed: Jun 18 4th Wed: Jun 25 |
| July | July 1 | 2nd Wed: Jul 9 3rd Wed: Jul 16 4th Wed: Jul 23 |
| August | August 1 | 2nd Wed: Aug 13 3rd Wed: Aug 20 4th Wed: Aug 27 |
| September | September 1 | 2nd Wed: Sep 10 3rd Wed: Sep 17 4th Wed: Sep 24 |
| October | October 1 | 2nd Wed: Oct 8 3rd Wed: Oct 15 4th Wed: Oct 22 |
| November | November 1 | 2nd Wed: Nov 12 3rd Wed: Nov 19 4th Wed: Nov 26 |
| December | December 1 | 2nd Wed: Dec 10 3rd Wed: Dec 17 4th Wed: Dec 24 |
Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in the year 2025
The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in the year 2025 will see an increase in benefit payouts by 2.5%. This adjustment is meant to create a balance between what beneficiaries earn as income and the increase in general pricing levels. As an example, the highest SSI payment will increase from $967 for an individual to $1,450 for two individuals.
Schedule of VA Benefits Payments
It is anticipated that a payout of V.A. benefits will happen at the commencement of each month-business as it occurs. However, if the first happens to be a weekend or holiday, the funds will be made at the last business day of the previous month.
Keep up with the SSA payment schedule and familiarize oneself with COLA increases so that the beneficiaries can budget themselves accordingly.
By keeping up with dates and changes when such become available, one can ensure they get their benefits on time.
FAQS:
What do I do if I don’t get my payment on the date that’s been set?
If your payment has not come by the expected date, the SSA recommends waiting three additional mailing days and then contacting them. Ensure your banking details and personal information are current to avoid any interruption in your payment schedule.
How do I change my payment option to direct deposits?
You can change your method to direct deposits online via your my Social Security account or by calling your local SSA office. Direct deposit is a method that ensures your payments are received faster and with less risk.
Is an increase granted by a COLA that affects SSA benefits?
Yes. The 2.5% COLA increase ascertained for SSI, SSDI, and retirement benefits will be effective from January 2025.