As September begins, many Social Security recipients are eager to know when they can expect their next payment. Each month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) distributes benefits according to a specific schedule, but the exact date you receive your payment depends on several factors.
This guide will provide you with the details you need to know about the September 2024 Social Security payment schedule, and what to do if your payment is delayed.
Social Security Payment Schedule September 2024
Social Security payments are disbursed based on your birthdate and the date you started receiving benefits. The SSA has set up a structured payment system that ensures everyone receives their benefits on a consistent basis, but the exact day of the month when you receive your payment will vary.
For September 2024, here is the payment schedule:
- If you started receiving Social Security before May 1997: Your payment will be made on September 3.
- If your birthday falls between the 1st and 10th of the month: Expect your payment on September 11.
- If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th of the month: Your check will arrive on September 18.
- If your birthday falls between the 21st and 31st of the month: Your payment is scheduled for September 25.
How Are Social Security Payment Dates Determined?
The Social Security Administration follows a specific rule when determining the payment dates for beneficiaries. Typically, payments begin on the second Wednesday of the month and continue on subsequent Wednesdays. The exact Wednesday you receive your payment corresponds to your birthdate:
- Birthdate between the 1st and 10th: Payment on the 2nd Wednesday.
- Birthdate between the 11th and 20th: Payment on the 3rd Wednesday.
- Birthdate between the 21st and 31st: Payment on the 4th Wednesday.
This staggered schedule helps to manage the distribution of payments across different dates, ensuring that the system runs smoothly.
What About Other Government Benefits?
If you receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your payment schedule may differ. Typically, Social Security benefits are issued on the 3rd of each month, while SSI payments are made on the 1st. However, if the 1st or the 3rd falls on a weekend or a holiday, these dates are adjusted. For example, if September 3rd is a Sunday, Social Security payments might be issued earlier on September 1st.
It’s important to note that Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments follow the same schedule as regular Social Security payments.
What to Do If You Haven’t Received Your Payment
If your Social Security check does not arrive as expected, the SSA advises waiting an additional three mailing days before taking further action. This waiting period allows for any potential postal delays. After this time, you should contact the SSA directly at their national toll-free number: 1-800-772-1213.
To avoid long wait times, it’s best to call in the morning, later in the week, or towards the end of the month. If you find it difficult to reach someone through the national number, you can use the SSA’s office locator tool to find and contact your nearest local office.