Retired workers and beneficiaries of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or survivors’ benefits will need to wait until mid-March 2025—or later—to receive their monthly Social Security payment.
March 2025 Social Security Payment Schedule
The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a staggered payment system, distributing benefits based on the recipient’s date of birth. Payments begin on the second Wednesday of the month and continue on subsequent Wednesdays.
March 2025 Payment Dates:
- Wednesday, March 12 – For individuals born between the 1st and 10th of the month
- Wednesday, March 19 – For individuals born between the 11th and 20th of the month
- Wednesday, March 26 – For individuals born between the 21st and 31st of the month
Exceptions to the Standard Payment Schedule
Certain groups receive payments on different dates. Here’s who falls outside the three-Wednesdays schedule:
Early Social Security Beneficiaries
- Recipients who started collecting Social Security benefits before May 1997 are paid on the third of each month, unless the date falls on a weekend or holiday.
- In March 2025, this group will receive payments on Monday, March 3.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Recipients
- SSI payments are issued on the first of the month unless it lands on a weekend or holiday.
- Since March 1 falls on a Saturday, the SSI payment will be made on Friday, February 28.
- Beneficiaries who qualify for both SSI and Social Security will receive their SSI check on February 28 and their Social Security check on March 3.
Summary of Payment Schedule
| Recipient Group | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| SSI Recipients | Friday, February 28 |
| Early Social Security Beneficiaries (pre-May 1997) | Monday, March 3 |
| Born 1st-10th of the month | Wednesday, March 12 |
| Born 11th-20th of the month | Wednesday, March 19 |
| Born 21st-31st of the month | Wednesday, March 26 |
How Much Do Social Security Beneficiaries Receive?
Average Social Security Payments
As of January 2025, approximately 71% of the 73.04 million Social Security recipients in the U.S. are retired workers. The average monthly Social Security retirement payment is around $1,978.
- Maximum Retirement Benefit: $5,108 per month
- Average Monthly Benefit for Retirees: $1,978
Other Social Security Benefits
Aside from retirement benefits, Social Security provides payments to individuals who qualify under other categories:
| Beneficiary Type | Average Monthly Payment |
| Retired Workers | $1,978 |
| Disabled Workers (SSDI) | $1,580 |
| Survivors’ Benefits | $1,546 |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | $714 |
The Social Security Administration’s staggered payment system determines when beneficiaries receive their checks. Most payments in March 2025 will be issued on March 12, 19, and 26, depending on birth dates.
However, early Social Security recipients and SSI beneficiaries follow a separate schedule. Knowing these dates and payment amounts helps recipients plan their finances effectively. The SSA website offers a full payment calendar for 2025 for further reference.
FAQs
When will Social Security checks be deposited in March 2025?
Social Security payments will be issued on March 12, 19, and 26, depending on the recipient’s birth date. Those who started receiving benefits before May 1997 will receive their payment on March 3.
Why is my SSI payment arriving in February instead of March?
Since March 1, 2025, falls on a Saturday, the SSI payment is scheduled for Friday, February 28.
What is the highest amount a retiree can receive from Social Security in 2025?
The maximum monthly Social Security retirement benefit for 2025 is $5,108.
What happens if my payment date falls on a weekend or holiday?
If a Social Security payment date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, the payment is issued on the preceding business day.