If you’re receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there’s good news. There’s one last Social Security payment left for May 2025 and an early SSI payment also on the way. These funds are vital for millions of Americans, especially seniors and people with disabilities. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed there are no delays, and payments are going out exactly as planned.
Here’s everything you need to know about who is getting paid, when, and how much — especially if you’re waiting for your monthly deposit this week.
Final Social Security Payment for May: Who Gets It?
The last Social Security payment for May 2025 will be sent on May 28, and it applies to:
People born between the 21st and 31st of any month
Primarily retirees, people with disabilities (SSDI), and some dual beneficiaries who get both Social Security and SSI
This is the final Group 3 payment of the month. If you haven’t received your Social Security funds yet, check your birth date — if it falls in that last 10-day range, your money should arrive on May 28. The SSA encourages checking payment details through your online mySocialSecurity account or their official website.
Extra SSI Payment Coming on May 30
For SSI recipients, an extra check is coming earlier than usual, on May 30. This is because June 1 falls on a Sunday, and the SSA never processes payments on weekends or holidays. So the June payment is being sent in advance.
The good part? It does not reduce or affect your July payment — it’s just a change in timing. So you’ll still receive your next SSI payment on July 1, as long as there are no changes in your eligibility.
Official Social Security Payment Schedule for May 2025
According to SSA records, here’s how May’s payments were structured:
Group 1 (May 14):
People born from the 1st to the 10th
Includes retired workers and SSDI recipients (not combined with SSI)
Group 2 (May 21):
People born from the 11th to the 20th
Includes widows/widowers, dependents, and survivors not receiving SSI
Group 3 (May 28):
People born from the 21st to the 31st
Includes late retirees and those receiving both Social Security and SSI
SSI Advance Payment (May 30):
All eligible low-income individuals and couples
Payment is sent early due to June 1 being on a weekend
How Much Can You Receive?
In 2025, your Social Security monthly benefit depends on the age you start collecting:
- Retiring at age 62: Up to $2,831/month
- Full retirement at age 67: Up to $4,018/month
- Delaying retirement until age 70: Up to $5,108/month
These are maximum possible amounts, and only apply if you had high income for at least 35 years. Most people receive less — the average benefit is much lower.
For SSI beneficiaries, the 2025 federal maximum payment is:
- $967/month for individuals
- $1,450/month for eligible couples
Some states, like California and New York, offer extra cash on top of these federal amounts. In these states, total SSI benefits can go up to $1,200/month for individuals.
Who Qualifies for SSI?
SSI is designed for people who have little to no income and limited resources. Unlike Social Security, you don’t need to have a work history to qualify. However, you must:
- Have less than $2,000 in resources if you’re single
- Have less than $3,000 if you’re married
Assets like your home and one car are not counted, but extra properties or vehicles can make you ineligible. SSI rules are more flexible if you live in a shelter, nursing home, or receive special state-based exemptions (valid until 2026).
May 2025 is wrapping up with one last Social Security payment on May 28 and a bonus SSI check on May 30. If your birthday falls between the 21st and 31st, or if you receive SSI, keep an eye on your bank account or mailbox. For millions of seniors and people with disabilities, these payments provide critical support each month.
As always, make sure your information with the SSA is up to date to avoid any payment delays. And remember, the early SSI check on May 30 doesn’t change what you’ll receive in July — it’s simply coming a little earlier than usual.
