Social Security Administration Announces Third Round of May Payments
Some Social Security recipients can expect to receive a check of nearly $2,000 on Wednesday, May 14, as part of the monthly distribution schedule by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This will mark the third round of payments for May 2025 and applies to a specific group of beneficiaries.
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Who Will Receive Social Security Payments on May 14?
The Wednesday, May 14, 2025 distribution is set for beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th of any month. This includes those receiving:
- Retirement benefits
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Survivor benefits
The SSA follows a staggered payment schedule, distributing funds based on beneficiaries’ birth dates. If your birthday falls between the first and tenth, this is your scheduled payment date for May.
Future May 2025 Social Security Payment Dates
If you do not receive your check on May 14, you may fall into one of the following groups:
- May 21: For those born between the 11th and 20th
- May 28: For those born between the 21st and 31st
Additionally, beneficiaries who started receiving Social Security before May 1997 typically receive their monthly payments on the third of each month, regardless of birth date. Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) alongside another Social Security benefit will get their SSI on the first of the month and their other benefit on the third.
How Much Are Beneficiaries Receiving?
On average, retired workers in the U.S. receive $1,999.97 per month, according to the SSA. This amount varies depending on individual work history and lifetime contributions.
Other average payments include:
- $1,581.88 for workers receiving SSDI
- $1,565.52 for survivor benefit recipients
More than 70 percent of the 73.9 million Americans receiving Social Security or SSI are retired workers. This makes retirement checks the largest category of Social Security payments issued.
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Social Security’s New Leadership and Potential Changes
The May payment cycle comes as Frank Bisignano, a seasoned financial services executive, was sworn in as the new Commissioner of the SSA on May 7, 2025. He is expected to spearhead reforms focused on reducing waste and fraud, in alignment with broader federal efforts toward government efficiency.
Bisignano recently addressed the future of Social Security during an interview on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures”, reassuring Americans:
“We have no intent to break a system that can be improved… That team will get together, along with Senate and Congress, to ensure that this is here for the next 90 years, at least.”
His remarks come amid growing concern over the long-term solvency of the Social Security trust fund, with reports suggesting potential benefit cuts of up to 25 percent if no corrective actions are taken.
What Should Beneficiaries Do?
If you are eligible for a Social Security payment this month:
- Monitor your bank account on your scheduled Wednesday.
- Ensure your direct deposit information or mailing address is up to date with the SSA.
- Contact the SSA directly if your payment is delayed by more than three business days.
Looking Ahead: Financial Stability and Legislative Oversight
With a new Commissioner in place and millions relying on monthly Social Security benefits, there is a heightened focus on safeguarding and modernizing the system. Lawmakers and SSA officials are expected to collaborate on ensuring the long-term sustainability of the program while meeting the needs of today’s retirees, disabled workers, and surviving family members.