What Day of the Month Do I Get my Social Security Payment?
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 3, 2023
Timing is everything, and the arrival time of your monthly payment from Social Security can be key to keeping your financial house in order.
As you budget to pay your bills and save for future needs, keep in mind that your monthly retirement or disability benefit will be paid at the same time each month. To see your next payment date, create or log on to your my Social Security online account and go to the “Benefits & Payments” section.
In general, here’s how we assign payment dates:
- If you were born on the 1st through the 10th of the month, you’ll be paid on the second Wednesday of the month.
- If you were born on the 11th through the 20th of the month, you’ll be paid on the third Wednesday of the month.
- If you were born after the 20th of the month, you’ll be paid on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
There are exceptions. For example, children and spouses who receive benefits based on someone else’s work record will be paid on the same day as the primary beneficiary.
For others, we may issue your payments on the 3rd of each month. Among other reasons, we do this if:
- You filed for benefits before May 1, 1997.
- You also receive a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment.
- Your Medicare premiums are paid for by the state where you live.
- You live in a foreign country.
Individuals who receive SSI payments due to disability, age, or blindness receive those payments on the 1st of each month.
If your payment date falls on a federal holiday or weekend, you can expect to receive that month’s payment on the weekday immediately prior.
You can see a current schedule for Social Security and SSI benefit payments in an easy-to-read calendar.
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Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner
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Sandra L.
is the check you receive monthly for the month it is received or is it for the month before meaning you will always be a month behind
Sandra L.
is it the same for a regular social security check and a disability check that will change to regular social security when you become age ready
L.A.
Hi Sandra. Benefits are paid the month after they are due. Let us explain. If you are eligible to receive your benefits beginning in the month of October, you will receive your first benefit payment in November. The exact payment date is determined by your date of birth. For future pay dates, you may find the schedule of Social Security benefit payment calendar useful. We hope this information helps.
Althea A.
I got sick and I have no income I’m 65 years old.i applied for early retirement July 5.2019.when will I get my first check?or do I still have to wait until the third of the month?
L.A.
Hi Althea. Unfortunately, but for your security, we do not have access to personal information in this venue. In your situation, it is best to contact your local Social Security office. Or, you can call our toll free number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask to speak with one of our representatives, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Also, here you will find the Schedule of Social Security Payments. We hope this helps.
Sheron S.
Why am I receiving my check two months later?
L.A.
Hi Sheron. We apologize,but your question is a bit more complex than we can address in this forum. but For your security, we do not have access to information about your account in this venue, and cannot answer your question accurately. Please continue to work with your local Social Security office on specific questions about your case. You can also call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). Representatives are available Monday through Friday between 7:00am and 7:00pm. Generally, you’ll have a shorter wait time if you call later in the week. For future pay dates, you may find the Schedule of Social Security Payments calendar useful. We hope this helps.
John
I was approved for ssc in July 2019 when will I get my first check
L.A.
Hi John. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Emily K.
Due to financial budgeting please change my automatic
Social Security Benefit deposit to an earlier date.
Thank you
Emily Kaye
Phil R.
My birthday is on the 31 of the month. As such, I have to wait almost two months before receiving money due to me. It’s all done electronically now, checks are no longer printed and mailed. I’m not sure I understand why everyone can’t receive their money at the same time.
Donna L.
I’m a little disappointed that social security did not pay us today August 30th, 2019. The first falls on a Sunday and the second is a holiday. I normally get paid on the 3rd but I also have another big problem, I live in Florida which is in the path of hurricane Dorrian and need my check to prepare for the storm. Supplies are getting low in the stores as many are out of water and as I live check to check I have no extra money to buy even a loaf of bread. I pray we will be fine.
Sandra D.
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Danielle S.
My payment usually falls on 3rd of each month. Will I get paid earlier for the 9/3/19 payment since on weekend and holiday?
Senora P.
Hi, rents are due for a lot of us on the 1st of the month as are other bills. I’ve never known SS to give checks on holidays. I think all benefits should be paid on the first regardless of birthdays. This is our money not the governments. IF that republican party takes OUR money we wil be lost. You have to fight for us. Out AGs are setting it in motionn but your agency has to help too.