On August 1, 2025, millions of Americans are set to receive a Social Security payment, with some beneficiaries receiving two checks on the same day. This rare event is due to how the calendar aligns this year, and it’s bringing early financial relief for certain groups of recipients.
Let’s break down who gets paid, how much you can expect, and why some will see double deposits in their accounts.
Who’s Receiving a Social Security Check on August 1?
1. SSI Recipients
Those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are scheduled to get their monthly payment on August 1. SSI is designed for:
- Low-income individuals
- People aged 65 or older
- Individuals with a qualifying disability
SSI payments are usually sent on the 1st of each month, unless the date falls on a weekend or public holiday.
2. Long-Time Social Security Beneficiaries
Those who began receiving retirement, survivor, or disability (SSDI) benefits before May 1997 typically get paid on the 3rd of each month. But since August 3 falls on a Sunday, the payment has been moved up to August 1, aligning it with SSI.
Who’s Getting Two Checks on August 1?
If you receive both SSI and another Social Security benefit (such as retirement or SSDI), you’re in luck. These recipients—known as dual beneficiaries—usually get SSI on the 1st and the other benefit on the 3rd. However, this month both payments will be issued on August 1 due to the weekend shift.
That means dual recipients will receive two separate payments on the same day, offering a welcome boost to their monthly income.
Social Security Payment Dates – August 2025
| Group | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| SSI recipients | August 1, 2025 |
| Long-time Social Security recipients | August 1, 2025 |
| Dual beneficiaries (SSI + SSDI/Retirement) | Two payments on August 1 |
| Recipients born 1st–10th | August 13, 2025 |
| Recipients born 11th–20th | August 20, 2025 |
| Recipients born 21st–31st | August 27, 2025 |
How Much Are You Getting?
SSI Payments (2025)
- Average SSI check: $717.75 per month
- Maximum for individuals: $967
- Maximum for couples: $1,450
Some recipients may also receive state supplemental payments, depending on where they live.
Social Security Retirement & Disability Payments
- Average retirement check: $2,005.05
- Maximum retirement benefit: $5,108 (for those who waited until age 70)
- Average SSDI benefit: $1,582.07
- Average survivor benefit: $1,571.30
These amounts are before any deductions for Medicare premiums or taxes and depend on your work history and contributions.
Why This Payment Schedule Is Special
The calendar setup this year means:
- SSI arrives August 1 as usual.
- Regular Social Security payments due on the 3rd (which is a Sunday) are moved to August 1.
- Dual recipients who normally get two payments across two days will now get both on August 1.
This setup gives certain individuals a rare double benefit day, helping with rising living expenses or unexpected costs.
Other Social Security Payment Dates in August
Most Social Security beneficiaries receive payments based on their birthdays:
- If your birthday is between the 1st and 10th, your check arrives on August 13.
- If it’s between the 11th and 20th, your payment is due August 20.
- For birthdays from the 21st to 31st, expect payment on August 27.
Those who only receive SSI will not get another check until August 30, due to September 1 falling on a federal holiday.
How to Prepare for August 1 Payments
Here are a few steps you can take to make sure everything goes smoothly:
- Verify direct deposit details via your SSA account or bank
- Watch for both payments if you’re a dual recipient
- Contact SSA if you don’t see your deposit within 3-5 business days
This double-check approach ensures that any delays or issues are caught early and addressed without missing vital payments.
Why the Double Payment Matters
Even a single Social Security or SSI check can make a significant difference for many Americans living on fixed incomes. A double payment day can be a lifesaver:
- Paying off essential bills early
- Stocking up on groceries or medications
- Covering utility spikes during summer months
While it’s not extra money (it’s just an early schedule), having two checks in hand can help ease short-term budgeting pressures.
August 1, 2025, is shaping up to be a major day for millions of Social Security recipients. If you’re receiving SSI, a long-standing Social Security benefit, or both, you can expect to see your payments hit your account that Friday.
Dual beneficiaries will enjoy a rare double deposit, which could make a real difference when balancing monthly expenses.
Whether you’re getting one check or two, make sure to plan ahead, verify your details, and mark your calendar—because this double payday doesn’t come around often.
FAQs
Who will receive two Social Security payments on August 1?
Anyone who receives both SSI and Social Security benefits (like retirement or SSDI) will receive two payments on August 1, 2025, due to the schedule shift.
What if I don’t see my payment on August 1?
If you don’t receive your payment by August 6, contact the Social Security Administration or check your SSA account for any updates.
Will there still be an SSI payment on September 1?
No, the September SSI payment will arrive early on August 30, since September 1 is a federal holiday.