Social Security Payment Date Checker
Instantly find your next Social Security payment date for 2025 or 2026. Stay informed and plan ahead with Benefits Today.
Check Your Next Payment Date
Select your birth date to find your next Social Security payment date.
How Social Security Payment Dates Work
The Social Security Administration (SSA) sends payments every month according to your date of birth:
- 1st–10th: Paid on the second Wednesday of the month
- 11th–20th: Paid on the third Wednesday
- 21st–31st: Paid on the fourth Wednesday
This schedule ensures timely payments and helps retirees plan their budgets effectively. Use our free tool above to instantly check your next date for 2025 or 2026.
Stay Updated on Social Security Benefits
Social Security payment schedules and COLA adjustments may change each year. Benefits Today helps seniors stay updated with the latest payment calendars, benefit increases, and eligibility updates. Bookmark this page or sign up for notifications to stay informed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive my Social Security payment?
Payments are based on your birth date. Those born on the 1st–10th get paid the second Wednesday, 11th–20th the third Wednesday, and 21st–31st the fourth Wednesday of each month.
How do I check my next payment date?
Use our free Social Security Payment Date Checker tool above. Select your birth date and year to instantly see your next payment.
Will Social Security payments increase in 2026?
Yes. Based on the confirmed COLA adjustment, benefits will increase by 3.2% in 2026. Use our COLA Estimator to calculate your new benefit amount.
Can I get Social Security and still work?
Yes. You can work while collecting benefits, but if you earn above the annual limit before full retirement age, your benefit may be temporarily reduced.
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