Millions of Americans rely on Social Security each month to cover necessities such as housing, groceries, and medical expenses. However, for some beneficiaries, September 2025 will not include another Social Security payment after their initial check earlier in the month.
Why Some Won’t Get Paid Again in September
Not all Social Security recipients follow the same payment schedule. Instead, the Social Security Administration (SSA) staggers checks based on two main factors:
Benefit type: Retirement, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
Birthday date: For retirees, the day of the month you were born determines which Wednesday you receive your money.
Here’s where the difference comes in for September:
SSI recipients already received their payment on September 1. Because SSI is always issued on the first of the month, there will be no second payment in September.
Retirees and SSDI beneficiaries whose birthdays fall between the 1st and 10th were paid on September 10. They will not receive another check until October.
This means that millions of people will only receive one direct deposit or paper check in September, making budgeting especially important.
Who Will Still Receive Payments This Month?
For others, payments are still scheduled in September:
September 17: Retirees and SSDI beneficiaries with birthdays from the 11th through the 20th.
September 24: Retirees and SSDI beneficiaries with birthdays from the 21st through the 31st.
What Beneficiaries Should Know
While the September calendar is standard, some recipients may be caught off guard if they are accustomed to receiving double payments. For example, SSI recipients may receive two checks in a single month if the first falls on a weekend or holiday. That isn’t the case this September.
To remain prepared:
Review the SSA’s official payment schedule.
Sign up for direct deposit to ensure payments arrive without mail delays.
Track future months where double payments may occur, especially around holiday adjustments.
Bottom Line
If you received your Social Security or SSI payment in early September, you should not expect another until October. Knowing the schedule is essential for planning ahead, especially for seniors and people with disabilities who rely on these payments to make ends meet.
