The month of May 2025 brings a unique situation for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients: they will receive two SSI payments instead of the usual one. In addition to standard retirement, survivor, and disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced an adjusted payment schedule to accommodate upcoming dates.
Why Are There Two SSI Payments in May 2025?
Typically, SSI payments are issued on the first of every month. However, when the 1st falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the Social Security Administration processes the payment earlier.
In May 2025, SSI beneficiaries will receive:
- May 1, 2025: Regular SSI payment
- May 30, 2025: Early SSI payment for June
Thus, recipients will enjoy two SSI deposits during May.
Full Social Security Payment Dates for May 2025
Below is the detailed Social Security payment calendar for May 2025:
- Thursday, May 1: SSI payment for May
- Friday, May 2: Retirement benefits for individuals who started receiving checks before May 1997 or those receiving both SSI and Social Security
- Wednesday, May 14: Payments for retirees, survivors, and disability beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th of any month
- Wednesday, May 21: Payments for beneficiaries born between the 11th and 20th
- Wednesday, May 28: Payments for those born between the 21st and 31st
- Friday, May 30: Early SSI payment for June
How Much Can Beneficiaries Expect in 2025?
- SSI Maximum Payment:
- $967 for individuals
- $1,450 for couples
- Average Monthly Retirement Benefit (January 2025):
- $1,976
- Maximum Retirement Benefits Depending on Age:
- At age 62: up to $2,831 monthly
- At age 67 (Full Retirement Age): up to $4,018 monthly
- At age 70 (delayed retirement credits): up to $5,108 monthly
Actual benefit amounts may vary based on work history, lifetime earnings, and eligibility factors.
Key Takeaways
- SSI recipients will receive two payments in May 2025.
- Regular Social Security payments follow the beneficiary’s birth date.
- Payment amounts vary, with maximum benefits based on retirement age.
- Always check your payment date to ensure timely receipt.
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