Social Security is sending out checks averaging $2,000 this week, with the final round of June payments scheduled for Wednesday, June 25. This article explains who receives payments, how the schedule works, and what beneficiaries can expect in terms of amounts and timing.
How Social Security Payments Are Scheduled
The Social Security Administration (SSA) distributes retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to nearly 70 million Americans each month. To manage such a large volume, payments are sent out in batches based on recipients’ birth dates.
Payment dates for June 2025 are as follows:
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Wednesday, June 11: Beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th of any month.
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Wednesday, June 18: Beneficiaries born between the 11th and 20th of any month.
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Wednesday, June 25: Beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st of any month.
This schedule applies to those who started receiving benefits after May 1997. For those who began receiving benefits before May 1997, payments are typically made on the 3rd of each month.
Who Receives Payments on June 25?
June 25, 2025, is the last Wednesday payment date for Social Security, SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), and survivor benefits for the month. Recipients whose birthdays fall between the 21st and 31st of any month will receive their payments on this day.
What About Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
SSI is a separate program for low-income individuals over 65 or those with disabilities. SSI payments are usually made on the first of each month. However, if the first falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment is moved to the nearest business day.
For June 2025, since June 1 was a Sunday, SSI payments were issued on Friday, May 30.
Payment Amounts for June 2025
Here is a summary of the average monthly payments for different types of Social Security beneficiaries:
| Benefit Type | Average Monthly Payment (June 2025) |
|---|---|
| Retirement | $2,002.39 |
| Disability (SSDI) | $1,581.97 |
| Survivor Benefits | $1,566.66 |
| SSI (Individual) | $718.30 (average), $967 (maximum) |
Note: The maximum federal SSI payment for an eligible individual in 2025 is $967.
Payment Schedule Table
| Payment Date | Who Gets Paid? |
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| May 30 (Friday) | SSI recipients (due to June 1 being Sunday) |
| June 3 (Tuesday) | Pre-May 1997 Social Security beneficiaries |
| June 11 (Wednesday) | Birthdays 1st–10th of any month |
| June 18 (Wednesday) | Birthdays 11th–20th of any month |
| June 25 (Wednesday) | Birthdays 21st–31st of any month |
How Much Do Social Security Retirees Get?
Retired workers make up the majority of Social Security beneficiaries. The average monthly retirement check is now $2,002.39, marking the first time the average has surpassed $2,000. The maximum monthly retirement check is $5,108.
Disabled workers receive an average of $1,581.97 per month, while survivor beneficiaries get $1,566.66 on average.
How Are Payment Dates Determined?
Payment dates are determined by your birth date and when you started receiving benefits:
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If you started receiving benefits before May 1997: You are paid on the 3rd of each month, regardless of your birth date.
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If you started receiving benefits after May 1997: Your payment date is determined by your birth date, as outlined above.
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If you receive both Social Security and SSI: You get SSI on the first (or nearest business day) and Social Security on the 3rd.
What Should You Do If You Don’t Receive Your Payment?
If your payment does not arrive on the expected date, the SSA recommends waiting three additional business days before contacting them. Weekends and holidays are not counted as business days.
Why Are Payments Staggered?
Staggering payments helps the SSA manage the massive volume of transactions and ensures smoother processing. It also prevents overwhelming banks and financial institutions with a single large batch of payments.
Key Changes and Updates for June 2025
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Average retirement benefits have crossed the $2,000 threshold for the first time.
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SSI payments for June were issued early due to June 1 falling on a Sunday.
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New identity verification and fraud prevention measures are in place7.
Government Sources
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Official SSA Payment Schedule: SSA.gov Payment Schedule (PDF)4
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SSI Payment Amounts: SSA.gov SSI Federal Payment Amounts2
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who gets Social Security payments on June 25, 2025?
Beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st of any month receive payments on June 25.
2. What is the average Social Security retirement payment?
The average monthly retirement payment is $2,002.39.
3. What should I do if my payment is late?
Wait three business days before contacting the SSA if your payment has not arrived.
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