If you’re a retiree or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipient, you may qualify for a payment from the Social Security Administration (SSA) within hours. Social Security has scheduled the next round of payments for September 18, 2024, and many eligible recipients can expect their direct deposits or checks to arrive soon.
Who Will Receive
To qualify for the September 18 payment, you need to meet specific criteria. This includes both retirees and SSDI recipients who have already been approved by the SSA. Here are the main eligibility requirements:
- Birthdate: You must have been born between the 11th and 20th of any month.
- Retirement benefits or SSDI: You must be receiving either retirement benefits or SSDI, but not Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
- First-time recipients: You must have started receiving benefits after May 1997. If you began receiving benefits before this date, your payment schedule will be different.
If you meet these conditions, you can expect to see your payment on September 18, either via direct deposit or a mailed check.
Payment Amounts
Knowing how much you can expect to receive is crucial for planning your finances. Here’s a breakdown of the average payments for retirees and SSDI recipients:
| Recipient Type | Average Monthly Payment |
|---|---|
| Retired Worker | $1,920 |
| Spouse of Retired Worker | $909 |
| SSDI Recipient | $1,539 |
| Spouse of SSDI Recipient | $421 |
For married couples, these amounts can combine to provide significant financial support. For example, a married retired couple may receive around $2,829 on average, while a couple with one SSDI recipient could get about $1,960. The exact amount will depend on your work history and contributions to Social Security.
Payment
If your birthdate falls after the 20th of the month, don’t worry—you’ll still receive a payment soon. For those born between the 21st and 31st of any month, your payment will arrive on September 25, 2024. This payment date applies to both retirees and SSDI recipients.
Those who have been receiving benefits since before May 1997 will get their next payment on October 3, 2024. This group is on a different payment schedule, with benefits distributed on the 3rd of each month.
Benefits
If you’re not receiving the average payment for SSDI ($1,539) or retirement benefits ($1,920), you may want to explore additional financial assistance programs, such as:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI): Provides extra support for low-income individuals with limited resources.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Helps eligible individuals and families with food costs, which can ease the burden of monthly expenses.
These programs can help boost your income and alleviate financial pressures if your SSDI or retirement payments aren’t enough to cover your living expenses.
FAQs
Who qualifies for the September 18 payment?
Recipients born between the 11th and 20th of any month, and those receiving SSDI or retirement benefits, qualify.
What is the average payment for SSDI recipients?
The average monthly SSDI payment is around $1,539, with spouses receiving an additional $421.
What happens if I miss the September 18 payment?
If you were born between the 21st and 31st, your payment will arrive on September 25.
Will I receive an SSI payment on September 18?
No, SSI recipients are not included in the September 18 payment schedule.
What other programs can I apply for?
You may qualify for SSI and SNAP benefits to help supplement your income.
