Two SSI Payments in May 2025: Here’s What You Need to Know!

By Ronak Sharma On May 3, 2025 Share with new partner:

Hey, if you get Supplemental Security Income (SSI), May 2025 is going to be a little different. Instead of just one payment, you’re actually going to get two payments. Wondering why? When will they show up? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!

Why Are You Getting Two Payments in May?

Normally, your SSI payment lands on the 1st of every month. But if the 1st happens to fall on a weekend or holiday, they’ll push it to the last business day before that.

So here’s what’s happening in May 2025: June 1st is a Sunday. That means the June payment will be sent early—on Friday, May 30th. So, you’ll actually get two payments in May: one for May and another for June, just a little early.

When Exactly Are These Payments Coming?

Here’s the rundown:

May 1: Your regular May SSI payment will arrive like usual.
May 30: You’ll also get your early June SSI payment to cover June.

It’s like getting a bonus payment, but just remember—it’s for June, so plan accordingly!

What About People Who Get Both SSI and Social Security?

If you’re one of those folks who gets both SSI and Social Security, it’s a bit more complicated, but nothing you can’t handle.

For people who’ve been getting both benefits since before May 1997, you’ll actually get three payments this month! Here’s the breakdown:

May 1: Your regular May SSI payment.
May 2: Your May Social Security payment.
May 30: Your early June SSI payment.

So, if you fall into this category, it might feel like an extra payment, but really, it’s just an early one for June. Still, it’s nice to have extra money, right?

How Much Will You Get in SSI in 2025?

Here’s the deal with the amounts for 2025:

$967 per month if you’re an individual.
$1,450 per month if you’re a couple.
$484 per month for an essential person (someone who helps care for an SSI recipient).

Your actual payment may vary depending on things like other income or living situation, so if you’re unsure, it’s always a good idea to double-check your account or call the SSA.

Will There Be Other Months With Two Payments in 2025?

Yes, there will be a few more months in 2025 when you’ll get two SSI payments. Here’s a quick look at when:

August: You’ll get payments on August 1 and August 29. No payment in September.
October: Payments will be on October 1 and October 31. No payment in November.
December: Payments will be on December 1 and December 31. No payment in January 2026.

Basically, any month where the 1st lands on a weekend or holiday, you’ll get your payment a little early.

A Few Tips to Help You Stay On Track

Plan ahead: With two payments in May, it’s a good idea to budget for both May and June. That early payment on May 30th will come in handy, but don’t forget it’s actually for June!
Keep track: If you ever forget when your payment is coming, you can check your my Social Security account or call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213.
If your payment’s late: If your payment doesn’t arrive when expected, wait at least three business days before calling the SSA. They can help you out if something’s delayed.

Wrapping It Up

It’s always nice to know when your payments are coming, especially when you get an early one! May 2025 is giving you a double dose of payments, which makes it a bit easier to budget for the month.

If you have any questions or need help with your payment schedule, the SSA is just a phone call away. And hey, I’m always here if you need more info or just want to chat about it!