The Social Security Administration (SSA) in the U.S. provides monthly payments to millions of people, such as retirees, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals.
With more than 70 million beneficiaries, the SSA ensures that payments are sent out accurately and on time.
To help people stay informed, the SSA publishes a payment schedule every year. This helps beneficiaries know when to expect their money.
August’s Special Payment Schedule
In August this year, there’s an important update to the payment schedule. Normally, Social Security payments are made on the 1st of each month.
However, because September 1 falls on a Saturday, the SSA will send out payments a day earlier to avoid delays. This means that in August, payments will be sent out on Friday, August 30.
Who Receives Payments on August 30?
On August 30, two main types of payments will be processed:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI): This is for people with low income who need extra financial support.
- Retirement Benefits: This payment is for people who live outside the U.S. or those who started receiving their benefits before May 1997.
People who get both SSI and retirement benefits, usually paid on the 1st of the month, will still get their regular retirement payment on September 3, the next business day.
September Payment Dates
For the rest of September, the payments will follow the regular schedule based on the beneficiary’s birth date:
- September 11: For people born between the 1st and 10th.
- September 18: For people born between the 11th and 20th.
- September 25: For people born between the 21st and 31st.
Changes Later in the Year
There are some additional changes in the later months:
- November: Both payments for November 1 and 3 will be processed on November 1 because November 3 falls on a Sunday.
- December: The first payment in December will be sent out early, on Friday, November 29, to avoid issues with weekends and holidays. Additionally, the payment scheduled for Christmas Day, December 25, will instead be issued on Christmas Eve, December 24.
Wrapping Up the Year
For those who usually get payments on the 1st of every month, the January payment will be made on December 31. This will ensure that beneficiaries can begin the new year with their benefits already in their accounts.
Staying informed about the Social Security payment schedule is important, especially when there are changes. This year, August, November, and December will have some adjustments to ensure payments are on time,
despite weekends and holidays. For millions of people relying on these benefits, the SSA’s efforts ensure a steady and predictable flow of financial support.
1. Why is my payment being sent earlier in August?
Your payment is being sent earlier because September 1 falls on a Saturday, so the SSA is processing payments on August 30 to prevent delays.
2. Who gets paid on August 30?
People receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and those who started getting retirement benefits before May 1997 will get their payments on August 30.
3. Will my regular payment schedule change in September?
No, the regular schedule will resume in September, with payments made on the 11th, 18th, and 25th depending on your birth date.
4. Are there more changes to the payment schedule later in the year?
Yes, in November and December, there will be early payments to avoid weekend and holiday conflicts.
5. What if I usually get paid on the 1st of the month?
If you usually receive payments on the 1st, your January payment will be sent early, on December 31.
