The final round of April’s Social Security payments is on the way and millions of retirees, as well as those on disability or survivor benefits, will see money deposited into their accounts within hours.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that the next wave of monthly benefit checks will be sent out on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This payment marks the last scheduled Wednesday distribution for the month, and it’s specifically for recipients whose birthdays fall between the 21st and 31st of any given month.
If your birthday is in that range and you’re currently receiving Social Security retirement, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), or survivor benefits, then you’re in this final group and can expect your check to arrive very soon possibly within hours, depending on your bank’s processing time.
Who Will Get Paid on Wednesday, April 23?
This April 23 payment is part of the SSA’s structured monthly schedule. Instead of sending all checks at once, the agency staggered payments across three Wednesdays each month to ensure smoother processing. Here’s how it breaks down:
- Wednesday, April 9 – Paid to those born between the 1st and 10th
- Wednesday, April 16 – Paid to those born between the 11th and 20th
- Wednesday, April 23 – Coming up next for those born between the 21st and 31st
So if your birthday falls between the 21st and the end of the month, this week’s payment is for you.
Who Gets Paid on Different Days?
Not everyone receives their payment on a Wednesday. If you began receiving Social Security, SSDI, or survivor benefits before May 1997, you get your payment on the 3rd of every month, regardless of your birthdate.
The first day of the month is when recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a program created to help low-income seniors and people with disabilities, receive their benefits. If you qualify for both traditional Social Security and SSI, you will receive two different payments: your regular Social Security check on the third day and SSI on the first.
The average monthly benefit for retired workers who are scheduled to receive the April 23 Social Security payment is $1,980.86, according to the most recent data from the Social Security Administration. However, your precise amount can vary based on your lifetime earnings, the age at which you began receiving benefits, and other personal information. Here are the amounts:
- Average for disabled workers (SSDI): $1,580.76
- Benefits for survivors: $1,547.26 on average.
- SSI beneficiaries: an average of $715.38.
Keep in mind that these are national averages, so your specific benefit amount may vary based on your unique situation.
Why You Should Sign Up For Direct Deposit
If you’re set up for direct deposit, your money could show up in your account within hours of the SSA releasing it on April 23. Paper checks may take a few days longer, depending on your location and the postal service’s speed.
To avoid payment delays, SSA advises beneficiaries to sign up for direct deposit because it is faster, safer, and more reliable than paper checks.
Stay Updated
Every payment date is detailed in the SSA website. It’s worth checking if you want to stay on top of when your future checks will hit your account, especially if your budget depends on the exact timing.
Conclusion
If your birthday falls between the 21st and 31st and you receive retirement, disability, or survivor benefits, your April Social Security payment will be issued this Wednesday, April 23 and the money could land in your account the same day. Millions of Americans will see their funds soon, just in time to help cover end-of-month expenses.
Be sure to double-check your account on Wednesday. If your payment doesn’t arrive, contact your bank first, and if needed, the SSA can help resolve any issues after three full business days have passed.