As the calendar flips to April, millions of Americans are eagerly awaiting their Social Security payments. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released the payment schedule for April and the rest of 2025, and we've got the details you need to plan your finances. In this article, we'll break down the payment schedule, explain how it works, and provide tips on how to make the most of your benefits.
Understanding the Social Security Payment Schedule
The SSA sends out payments on a specific schedule, which is based on the beneficiary's birth date. If you're a Social Security recipient, your payment date is determined by your birth date as follows:
If your birth date falls between the 1st and 10th of the month, your payment is made on the second Wednesday of the month.
If your birth date falls between the 11th and 20th of the month, your payment is made on the third Wednesday of the month.
If your birth date falls between the 21st and 31st of the month, your payment is made on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
April 2025 Social Security Payment Schedule
Here's a look at the payment schedule for April 2025:
Wednesday, April 9, 2025: Payments are made to beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th of the month.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025: Payments are made to beneficiaries born between the 11th and 20th of the month.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025: Payments are made to beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st of the month.
2025 Social Security Payment Schedule
To help you plan ahead, here's a list of the remaining Social Security payment dates for 2025:
May 2025:
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
June 2025:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
July 2025:
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
August 2025:
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
September 2025:
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
October 2025:
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
November 2025:
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
December 2025:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (born between 1st and 10th)
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 (born between 11th and 20th)
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (born between 21st and 31st)
Staying on top of your Social Security payments is crucial for managing your finances effectively. By knowing when to expect your payments, you can plan your expenses, budget, and savings accordingly. Whether you're a retiree, disabled worker, or survivor beneficiary, it's essential to understand the Social Security payment schedule and how it applies to you. Mark your calendar for the upcoming payment dates, and make the most of your benefits in 2025.
