If you’re a retired individual and are in receipt of Social Security benefits, then this might be news worth reading for you. Individuals who retired during March receive their Social Security monthly pay on varying dates. If eligible, you shall receive this money next week.
Who among retired individuals will be receiving this pay?
Social Security payment is issued every month on three Wednesdays. But this payment is given only to those retired individuals who are not on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and who began receiving Social Security after 30 April 1997.
If you need to know which Wednesday you will receive the payment, then you need to see your date of birth.
Were you born between 21st and 31st?
If you are born between 21st and 31st of any month, then you will receive the Social Security payment for March on 26th March.
The majority of people receiving payments on this date will receive the money through direct deposit. But some individuals may also receive payments through paper check or Direct Express debit card.
Will I get my payment on time
Overall, all Social Security payments are delivered on time. So, check your bank or your mailbox on March 26 to check if you got your payment.
If you wish to change your direct deposit to another bank account, do so online or stop by your local Social Security office. For security purposes, this change cannot be done over a phone call.
How much will your Social Security payment be on March 26
The Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates that the highest retirement benefit in 2025 can reach up to $5,108 a month**. This benefit is, however, reserved for high-income earners who:
- Applied for retirement at age 70
- Had 35 years of SSA-covered employment
- Earned the maximum annual contribution limit
All of these requirements are extremely hard to fulfill, so the majority of individuals do not get a payment this large.
What will the average Social Security payment be?
As of January 2025, the average Social Security payment is $1,978 per month
Also, spouses and children of retirees are eligible to receive some benefits based on their earnings record.
Conclusion
If you are a retiree and were born between the 21st and 31st of March, you will get paid your Social Security on March 26**. Payments come in time, but in case you have some issue, you may contact the Social Security office.
Remember to change your bank account details periodically, so that you get your payment properly and on time.
FAQs
Q1. Who qualifies for the $1,978 Social Security payment on March 26?
Retirees born between the 21st and 31st of any month who started receiving Social Security after April 30, 1997, and are not on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) qualify for this payment.
Q2. How will I receive my Social Security payment?
Most retirees receive payments through direct deposit, but some may receive a paper check or a Direct Express debit card deposit.
Q3. What should I do if I don’t receive my payment on time?
Check your bank account or mailbox first. If the payment isn’t received, contact your local Social Security office.
Q4. Can I change my direct deposit account for Social Security payments?
Yes, you can change your direct deposit details online or by visiting your Social Security office, but not over the phone for security reasons.
Q5. What is the maximum Social Security payment in 2025?
The highest monthly payment is $5,108, but only for those who worked for 35 years at high wages and claimed benefits at age 70.