If you’re waiting for your SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) payment in April 2025, this guide will give you all the important details—without confusion or complicated language. Let’s break it down step by step, so you know when and how much you’ll receive, and if anything has changed this month.
SSDI Payment Dates in April 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) sends out SSDI payments on three Wednesdays each month, based on your birth date. Here’s the schedule for April:
| Birth Date Range | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| 1st – 10th of the month | Wednesday, April 9 |
| 11th – 20th of the month | Wednesday, April 16 |
| 21st – 31st of the month | Wednesday, April 23 |
Important Notes:
- These dates only apply if you started receiving SSDI after May 1997.
- If you began receiving SSDI before May 1997, or if you also get SSI, your payment comes on April 3—regardless of your birthday.
Also, in April 2025, all payment dates fall on regular weekdays, so no delays due to holidays or weekends are expected. However, if your money doesn’t arrive on time, SSA advises waiting three business days before contacting them.
How Much Will You Get in April 2025?
April brings good news. Thanks to the 2.5% COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) that started in January 2025, your SSDI payment this month will include that increase.
- Average SSDI check: About $1,900
- Maximum SSDI check: Up to $4,018, for high earners with full work credits
So, you’ll likely see a boost of around $50 more per month compared to 2024.
Big Changes from the Social Security Fairness Act
A new law called the Social Security Fairness Act came into effect in January 2025. This law removed two older rules that used to reduce benefits for many people:
As a result, some SSDI recipients are now getting more money. Here’s how much extra some people are receiving:
- If you were affected by WEP: Up to $360 more per month
- If you’re a spouse affected by GPO: Around $700 more per month
- If you’re a surviving spouse: Your check could increase by up to $1,190
Also, in February 2025, SSA sent out retroactive payments averaging $6,710 per person to those previously affected by WEP and GPO.
But Some Could Lose Their Payments…
Not all the news is good. Since March 2025, the SSA has restarted a strict overpayment recovery policy. If they overpaid you in the past, they now have the right to deduct 100% of your monthly check until the full amount is paid back.
So, if you received a notice of overpayment, don’t ignore it. It could lead to missing out on your entire check until the amount is settled. Always respond quickly and ask for a payment plan or waiver if needed.