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Social Security Payment Schedule 2026

Access your personalized Social Security payment schedule for 2026. Our interactive calendar helps you easily find your exact Social Security and SSI payment dates based on your birth date and benefit type.

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What is SSI (Supplemental Security Income)?

SSI helps people with disabilities, blindness, or age 65+ who have very low income and resources.You can receive:Social Security only, SSI only, or both programs together - it depends on your work history and current financial situation.

Social Security Payment Schedule 2026

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Legend:

Second Wednesday (Birth date 1st-10th)Third Wednesday (Birth date 11th-20th)Fourth Wednesday (Birth date 21st-31st)3rd of month (Pre-May 1997 recipients)Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

2025 COLA: Both Social Security and SSI payments increased by 2.5% starting January 2025.

Payment Methods: 99% of beneficiaries receive payments electronically via direct deposit or Direct Express® debit card.

* This calendar is for informational purposes only. For official payment information, visit www.ssa.gov or contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213.

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Official 2026 Social Security Payment Schedule

Social Security Benefits

Standard Payment Schedule:

  • • Birth date 1st - 10th: Second Wednesday
  • • Birth date 11th - 20th: Third Wednesday
  • • Birth date 21st - 31st: Fourth Wednesday

Special Rules:

If you received Social Security before May 1997 or if receiving both Social Security & SSI, Social Security is paid on the 3rd and SSI on the 1st (regardless of birth date).

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Payment Schedule:

Standard: 1st of each month

Weekend/Holiday Rule: Paid on the last business day before the 1st

Disclaimer: If you don't receive your payment on the expected date, please allow three additional mailing days before contacting Social Security.

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Please note: We are not affiliated with the Social Security Administration. For official inquiries, contact SSA directly at 1-800-772-1213.