Social Security Payment Schedule September 2024: Here’s When You’ll Get Paid
According to CNET, As we move into September, Social Security payments are on their way. Here’s what you need to know about the payment schedule for this month, and what to do if you’re still waiting on a check from August. Social Security Administration (SSA) payments are distributed monthly, but the exact timing can vary based on several factors.
When Will You Receive Your Social Security Check?
Social Security checks are sent out according to a schedule based on your birthdate and when you began receiving benefits. Payments for September will be issued as follows:
- First Wave: Social Security payments start on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.
- Second Wave: Payments continue on the 3rd Wednesday and the 4th Wednesday of the month.
To find out which week you will receive your check, check the schedule based on your birthdate.
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Social Security Payment Schedule September 2024
| You've received Social Security before May 1997 | September 3 |
|---|---|
| If your birthday falls between the 1st and 10th of any given month | September 11 |
| If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th of any given month | September 18 |
| If your birthday falls between the 21st and 31st of any given month | September 25 |
How is the Social Security Payment Date Determined?
Social Security payments are generally distributed starting on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, with the remaining payments following on the 3rd and 4th Wednesdays. Your specific payment date depends on your birthdate and the month you began receiving benefits.
| Birthdate between: | Social Security check date |
|---|---|
| 1st and the 10th | 2nd Wednesday of the month |
| 11th and the 20th | 3rd Wednesday of the month |
| 21st and 31st | 4th Wednesday of the month |
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Government Benefit Payment Dates
If you receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your payment schedule will differ. Payments are typically issued as follows:
- Social Security Payments: Sent out on the 3rd of each month.
- SSI Payments: Sent out on the 1st of each month.
If the 1st or 3rd falls on a weekend or holiday, payments may be adjusted. For example, if the 1st or 3rd of a month is a weekend, payments may be issued early. This happened in March when payments were delivered two days early due to the 3rd falling on a weekend. The same adjustment will apply in November.
Missing Your Social Security Check?
If your check does not arrive as scheduled, the SSA advises waiting an additional three mailing days before contacting them. If you still do not receive your payment, you can reach out to the SSA through the national toll-free number: 1-800-772-1213.
The SSA suggests that wait times are generally shorter in the morning, later in the week, and towards the end of the month. If you experience difficulties reaching the SSA via the national number, consider using their office locator to find and contact a local office.
