Social Security Payment Update – Who Will Receive Their Check On Wednesday, September 10

Millions of Social Security beneficiaries in the U.S. are preparing to receive their next round of payments this month. On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will distribute checks as part of its regular monthly payment cycle.

These payments are crucial for retirees, people with disabilities, and survivors who rely on Social Security as a primary or supplemental source of income.

Understanding exactly who qualifies for this payment date, how the schedule is structured, and what the average payment amounts are helps recipients better plan their finances.

This guide breaks down the September 2025 schedule, explains who will receive checks on September 10, and outlines average benefit amounts for different types of beneficiaries.

Social Security Payment Schedule for September 2025

The SSA divides payments across three Wednesdays of the month, determined by the beneficiary’s date of birth. Here’s the schedule for September 2025:

Date	Eligible Birthdays
September 10	Birthdays from 1st to 10th of any month
September 17	Birthdays from 11th to 20th
September 24	Birthdays from 21st to 31st

Special Cases Outside the Regular Wednesday Schedule

• Pre-May 1997 Beneficiaries: Those who began receiving Social Security before May 1997 get paid on the 3rd of every month, regardless of their birthday.
• SSI Recipients: Supplemental Security Income is usually paid on the 1st of each month, but since September 1, 2025, was a federal holiday, SSI benefits were issued on Friday, August 29.
• Dual Beneficiaries: Individuals who receive both SSI and Social Security benefits were paid SSI on August 29 and their regular Social Security benefit on September 3.

Who Gets Paid on September 10, 2025?

On Wednesday, September 10, payments will be sent to beneficiaries whose date of birth (or that of the worker on whose record they claim) falls between the 1st and 10th of any month. This includes:

• Retired workers receiving monthly retirement checks.
• Disabled workers (SSDI recipients) who qualify based on work history and disability status.
• Survivor beneficiaries, such as widows, widowers, and dependent children.

Average Social Security Benefits in 2025

The amount each recipient gets depends on their lifetime earnings, work credits, and the type of benefit claimed. On average, payments for 2025 look like this:

• Retired workers: About $2,005 per month.
• Disabled workers (SSDI): Roughly $1,580 per month.
• Survivor beneficiaries: Approximately $1,832 per month.
• SSI recipients: Around $716 per month on average, with maximum amounts of $967 for individuals and $1,450 for couples.

These figures reflect the 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) applied in 2025, which increased monthly payments across all categories.

Key 2025 Updates Beneficiaries Should Know

1. COLA Increase: A 2.5% COLA adjustment raised benefit amounts, providing additional financial support to recipients amid rising living costs.
2. Payment Method Options: While the SSA promotes direct deposit and Direct Express debit cards, paper checks remain available for individuals without banking access.
3. Budgeting with Payment Dates: Since payments are split across the month, beneficiaries are encouraged to align bill payments and expenses with their scheduled Social Security check dates.

The September 10, 2025 Social Security payment is part of the SSA’s structured distribution system that ensures millions of retirees, disabled workers, and survivors get their benefits on time. If your birth date falls between the 1st and 10th of the month, you can expect your payment this Wednesday.

With the latest COLA increase in place, recipients are seeing slightly higher payments this year, making it essential to track benefit dates closely and plan personal budgets accordingly.

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