Social Security Payments September 2025: Who Gets Paid on Wednesday, Sept. 17?
Brett Hoppe
Published Sep 16, 2025
Social Security remains a financial lifeline for millions of retirees, disabled workers, and their families.
Knowing the exact payment date helps seniors and families budget for essentials like rent, groceries, utilities, and healthcare, especially during a time when inflation and tariffs continue to push everyday costs higher.
In September 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) continues its regular payment schedule, with deposits tied to beneficiaries’ dates of birth.
One key date this month is Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
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Who Receives Social Security on Sept. 17?
If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th of any month, you are scheduled to receive your Social Security payment on Wednesday, September 17.
This applies to:
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Retirees receiving monthly retirement benefits.
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Disability beneficiaries (SSDI) with birthdays in this range.
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Survivors receiving benefits linked to a deceased worker.
Other September 2025 Social Security Payment Dates
Here’s the full September breakdown:
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Wednesday, Sept. 10 → Birthdays between the 1st and 10th.
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Wednesday, Sept. 17 → Birthdays between the 11th and 20th.
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Wednesday, Sept. 24 → Birthdays between the 21st and 31st.
Special Rule: If you began receiving Social Security before May 1997, or if you receive both SSI and Social Security, your payment arrives on the 3rd of each month instead.
Read: New Social Security Payment Amounts with 2.5% COLA Increase: Expect More This 2025
Bottom Line: If your birthday is between the 11th and 20th, expect your Social Security payment on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.
Mark the date, plan your expenses, and check your My Social Security account if you need to confirm deposit details.
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