If you’re getting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), it’s important to know when your payments will arrive. This guide explains the payment schedules for July, August, and September 2024, including details about payment amounts and eligibility.
SSI and SSDI Payment Dates for 2024
Social Security benefits like SSI and SSDI assist US citizens who are disabled and have limited income. These benefits are paid monthly to help cover daily expenses.
SSI Payments: These are usually made on the first of every month.
SSDI Payments: These are made on the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of each month, depending on your birth date. If a holiday falls on a payment day, payments are made on the business day before the holiday.
July, August, and September 2024 Payment Schedule
SSI Payment Dates:
- July: July 1, 2024
- August: August 1, 2024
- September: September 1, 2024
SSDI Payment Dates:
- Birth date 1st to 10th: Second Wednesday
- July: July 10, 2024
- August: August 14, 2024
- September: September 11, 2024
- Birth date 11th to 20th: Third Wednesday
- July: July 17, 2024
- August: August 21, 2024
- September: September 18, 2024
- Birth date 21st to 31st: Fourth Wednesday
- July: July 24, 2024
- August: August 28, 2024
- September: September 25, 2024
For the most accurate dates, check the government’s official website.
SSI and SSDI Payment Amounts
To keep up with the rising cost of living, the government has adjusted Social Security benefit amounts. The Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2024 is 3.2%, which increases benefits for most people.
- Average Social Security Retirement Benefit: $1,907 per month for someone retiring at full retirement age.
- Maximum Social Security Retirement Benefit: $4,194 per month for someone retiring at full retirement age.
The benefit amount varies based on:
- Earnings from the highest 35 years, adjusted for inflation.
- Early retirement and other benefits.
- Work history if receiving benefits based on a spouse’s earnings.
For more details, visit the official SSA website.
SSI and SSDI Payment Eligibility
To qualify for SSI and SSDI, you must meet certain criteria:
- Be 65 years or older, or disabled, blind, or have a severe illness expected to last at least one year or result in death.
- Have limited income and resources.
- Reside in the USA.
The payment amount may vary based on your living situation, such as living alone or with a spouse. Regularly check the official government website for updates.
Tracking Your Payment Status
You can track your payment status by creating a My Social Security Account on the official SSA website. Here’s how:
- Submit your Social Security Number (SSN), date of birth (DOB), and other personal information.
- Log in to the website and go to the Benefit and Payment section.
- View your payment history, upcoming dates, and amounts.
Check the official SSA and US government websites frequently for the latest updates and information.
Understanding these schedules and amounts is crucial if you rely on these benefits. The 3.2% COLA for 2024 will help with the rising living costs. Stay informed and track your payments to manage your finances effectively.
1. When will I get my SSI payment for July, August, and September 2024?
SSI payments are scheduled for July 1, August 1, and September 1, 2024.
2. How do I know which Wednesday I will get my SSDI payment?
SSDI payments depend on your birth date. If your birth date is between the 1st and 10th, you’ll get paid on the second Wednesday. If it’s between the 11th and 20th, you’ll receive it on the third Wednesday, and if it’s between the 21st and 31st, you’ll get it on the fourth Wednesday.
3. How much will my Social Security benefit increase in 2024?
The Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2024 is 3.2%, which means most people will see an increase in their benefits.
4. How can I track my SSI or SSDI payments?
Create a My Social Security Account on the SSA website to track your payments and view your payment history.
5. What are the eligibility requirements for SSI and SSDI?
To qualify, you must be 65 years or older, disabled, blind, or have a severe illness expected to last at least one year or result in death. You also need to have limited income and resources and reside in the USA.
