Many Americans are excited this April as the Social Security Administration is sending out new checks. Some people can even receive two payments this month. While not everyone will qualify for both, many retirees and low-income individuals will benefit. Let’s break down who will receive these payments, when they are coming, and how much money is involved.
What Are the April Social Security Payments?
In the first week of April, eligible people in the United States could receive a Social Security payment of up to $5,180. But that’s not the only payment coming this month. The government is also sending out other checks to help retirees and people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Some lucky Americans will receive two different payments in April. However, this depends on the type of benefits they receive and their eligibility.
Who Can Get Two Payments in April?
There are two main groups of people who may receive payments this April:
Group 1: SSI Beneficiaries
These people will receive their check on April 1st. SSI is meant for people with low income or who have a disability. If someone gets SSI and shares it with their spouse, the amount can go up to $1,450. If they receive it alone, the maximum check is around $967.
Group 2: Retirees
Retired people who get Social Security benefits will receive their checks depending on when they started collecting retirement and their birth date. This is separate from SSI.
April 2025 Social Security Payment Schedule
Here is the full payment calendar for April:
- April 1: SSI (Supplemental Security Income) payments
- April 3: Retirement checks for those who started collecting before May 1997
- April 9: Retirees born between the 1st and 10th of any month (who started collecting after May 1997)
- April 16: Retirees born between the 11th and 20th of any month (after May 1997)
- April 23: Retirees born between the 21st and 31st of any month (after May 1997)
So, if you’re a retiree and meet the birthday and collection date conditions, you’ll get your check based on the schedule above.
How Much Can You Get?
The highest Social Security retirement check in April can be $5,180, but this is only for those who earned the maximum benefits through their working years. For most people, the payment will be lower. The SSI check, on the other hand, is up to $967 for an individual.
Why This Matters
Keeping track of your payment schedule can help you manage your money better. Whether you’re receiving SSI, retirement benefits, or both, these payments make a big difference in helping many Americans meet their daily expenses.