More than 7.4 million individuals, including seniors, adults, and children, are currently receiving Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, according to recent data from the Social Security Administration (SSA).
For those who receive SSI, December will bring two payments in addition to the regular Social Security benefit checks. The specific dates for SSI recipients this month are set for December 1 and December 31.
Those wanting to stay on top of their Social Security payments in December can refer to the SSA’s retirement benefit schedule for 2025 and 2026, which details the staggered payment system based on birth dates. The upcoming payments are outlined as follows:
- Wednesday, Dec. 10: for individuals with birth dates between the 1st and the 10th
- Wednesday, Dec. 17: for those with birth dates between the 11th and 20th
- Wednesday, Dec. 24: for recipients with birth dates between the 21st and 31st
If recipients do not receive their expected payment, the SSA advises checking with their bank or financial institution first to determine if there has been a delay. They also recommend waiting three mailing days before reaching out to the SSA directly at 1-800-772-1213 for further assistance.
Additionally, individuals looking to estimate their monthly benefits can utilize NewsNation’s Social Security calculator for a more accurate assessment.
