The Social Security Administration (SSA) is starting September 2025 with two rounds of benefit payments being sent out this week.
These payments are crucial for millions of Americans who depend on Social Security to cover everyday expenses such as housing, food, and healthcare.
More than 74 million people currently receive Social Security payments, including retirees, individuals with disabilities, and survivors of deceased workers.
To efficiently manage payments, the SSA uses a staggered schedule based on birth dates and eligibility criteria. This week, two important groups will see their money deposited.
Why Two Rounds of Payments Are Being Sent This Week
The first round of payments will arrive on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, covering:
- Beneficiaries who began collecting Social Security before May 1997.
- Individuals who receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
The second round relates to the adjusted SSI schedule. Typically, SSI benefits are paid on the first of the month.
However, since September 1, 2025, falls on Labor Day, those SSI payments were issued early on Friday, August 29. This results in some recipients effectively seeing two Social Security-related payments within a few days.
How Payment Timing Works
The SSA ensures beneficiaries don’t experience delays during weekends or holidays. If the first of the month falls on a non-business day, SSI payments are delivered on the last business day of the previous month. This safeguard means seniors and low-income recipients never wait longer than expected for their funds.
Importantly, this does not mean double payments—it’s simply an advance adjustment. Beneficiaries will not receive another SSI payment until October 1, 2025.
Social Security Payment Schedule for September 2025
The SSA issues payments throughout September as follows:
| Group | Payment Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| SSI recipients (adjusted for holiday) | August 29, 2025 | Early payment due to Labor Day on September 1. |
| Early Social Security beneficiaries & concurrent SSI | September 3, 2025 | Those who started benefits before May 1997 or also get SSI. |
| Birthdays 1st–10th | September 10, 2025 | Paid on the second Wednesday of the month. |
| Birthdays 11th–20th | September 17, 2025 | Paid on the third Wednesday of the month. |
| Birthdays 21st–31st | September 24, 2025 | Paid on the fourth Wednesday of the month. |
This staggered schedule allows the SSA to manage its large beneficiary base smoothly, ensuring timely delivery to all.
How Much Will Beneficiaries Receive This Week
Benefit amounts differ depending on work history, retirement age, and program eligibility.
- Average retirement benefit (July 2025): $2,006.69 per month.
- Maximum benefit at full retirement age (67): $4,018 per month.
- Maximum benefit at age 62 (early retirement): $2,831 per month.
- Maximum benefit at age 70 (delayed retirement): $5,108 per month.
- Average SSI benefit: $718.30 per month.
These numbers highlight how claiming age significantly affects monthly benefits. Retiring later often yields higher payments, while early retirement reduces the monthly amount permanently.
The start of September 2025 brings two rounds of Social Security-related payments in the same week. On August 29, SSI recipients were paid early due to Labor Day.
On September 3, beneficiaries who began receiving Social Security before May 1997, along with those who collect both Social Security and SSI, will see their deposits.
With average retirement benefits around $2,006 per month, maximum benefits exceeding $4,000, and SSI averaging $718, these payments continue to serve as a financial lifeline for millions of Americans.
The SSA’s staggered schedule ensures timely, predictable support, reflecting the agency’s ongoing role in protecting the financial security of seniors, the disabled, and survivors.
FAQs
Because September 1 is Labor Day, SSI was paid early on August 29, and Social Security beneficiaries with earlier eligibility receive payment on September 3.
As of July 2025, the average monthly retirement payment is $2,006.69, with maximum benefits reaching $4,018 at full retirement age.
SSA recommends waiting three business days, then contacting them if payments still haven’t arrived. Double-check direct deposit or mailing details.