Getting your Social Security payment on time is very important, especially if you depend on it for your daily expenses. Usually, the Social Security Administration (SSA) in the United States sends out payments on a regular schedule every month.
But sometimes, holidays or the way dates fall on the calendar cause small changes. This is exactly what will happen in May 2025. Some retirees will get their money a little earlier than usual. Let’s understand who will get paid early and why this change is happening.
Who Will Get Their Social Security Payment Early in May 2025?
If you started receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997, you belong to Group 1. Normally, people in Group 1 get their payments on the 3rd day of each month.
However, in May 2025, the 3rd falls on a Saturday. Since the SSA does not send payments on weekends or holidays, they will send the money a day earlier. This means you will get your Social Security deposit on Thursday, May 2, 2025.
This early payment change only affects Group 1 retirees. If you started receiving your benefits after May 1997, your payment schedule will remain the same without any change.
Why Is the Payment Being Made Early?
The SSA always tries to make sure that retirees get their payments on time. If the regular payment date falls on a weekend or holiday, they move the payment to the last working day before it. In May 2025, the 3rd is a Saturday, so the SSA will pay Group 1 retirees on Friday, May 2.
This process is quite normal and happens a few times every year. It ensures that everyone receives their money without delays.
Social Security Payment Dates for Other Groups in May 2025
If you are not in Group 1, your Social Security check will come as usual, based on your birth date. Here are the payment dates for other groups:
- Wednesday, May 7: For those born between the 1st and 10th of any month.
- Wednesday, May 14: For those born between the 11th and 20th.
- Wednesday, May 21: For those born between the 21st and 31st.
There is no change for these groups in May 2025. Everything will go according to the regular Wednesday schedule.
Important Tip for Retirees
If you are in Group 1, make sure to check your bank account on May 2, 2025. The money should be deposited by then. If you haven’t signed up for direct deposit yet, now is a good time.
With direct deposit, you get your money faster and without worrying about delays. However, every retiree can choose the payment method that suits them best.