Millions of Social Security Recipients to Get May Checks on May 21
Millions of Social Security recipients are set to receive their May benefit checks on Wednesday, May 21. This payment, scheduled for the third Wednesday of the month, is for retirees and disability beneficiaries with birthdays between the 11th and 20th.
The average Social Security retirement benefit for 2025 is $1,907, following a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment. Those who began collecting benefits after May 1997 are included in this round of disbursements. Most direct deposits are made by 9 a.m. local time, with paper checks taking several days to arrive.
Scams targeting Social Security recipients peak during May. The Social Security Administration (SSA) warns that they will never ask for personal or banking information over the phone. If a payment is late, recipients should first contact their bank and then the SSA after three business days.
The maximum monthly benefit for someone retiring at full retirement age is $3,911. Recipients are advised to stay vigilant against scams and to contact the SSA if they encounter any issues with their payment.
