Social Security is one of the most important sources of income for millions of Americans, whether they are retired, living with disabilities, or receiving survivor benefits. To handle the large number of beneficiaries, the Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a payment schedule each month.
Most people get paid based on their date of birth, but some groups have special payment dates. Let’s look at who is getting paid this week and when the rest of the September 2025 payments will be made.
Who Gets Social Security Payments on Wednesday, September 3?
This week, payments will be sent to a specific group of beneficiaries:
Retirees who started receiving Social Security before 1997.
People receiving retirement, spouse, or survivor benefits who also get Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Who Qualifies for Social Security Payments?
Social Security is designed to support different groups of people:
Retirees: Most beneficiaries are retirees who worked, paid Social Security taxes, and are now receiving benefits in their later years.
People with disabilities: Individuals who cannot work due to a long-term medical condition may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) if they have paid into the system.
Survivors: Family members of a worker who passed away may be eligible for survivor benefits if that worker contributed to Social Security.
Social Security Payment Dates for September 2025
Besides the early September 3 payments, the rest of the month follows the regular schedule based on birth dates:
| Payment Date | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, September 10 | People born between the 1st and 10th of the month |
| Wednesday, September 17 | People born between the 11th and 20th of the month |
| Wednesday, September 24 | People born between the 21st and 31st of the month |
Knowing when Social Security payments arrive can make it easier to plan your monthly budget. In September 2025, beneficiaries who have been receiving payments since before 1997, along with those also receiving SSI, will see their money on September 3.
For everyone else, payments are spread out across September 10, 17, and 24 depending on the beneficiary’s birth date. Staying aware of these dates ensures you never miss when your benefits arrive.
