Social Security Payments: Know Your Dates

0:00It's April 28th. Tampa Bay News today starts now, AI-powered and ready. Social Security payments hit accounts in May 2026, timed by your birthday, all when you first signed up. For retirement, disability, or survivor benefits filed after May 1st, 1997, it's the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month. Felt to start it before, then get theirs on the first. If your birthday falls first through 10th, expect cash on May 13th. 11th to 20th means May 20th. 21st to 31st lands on May 27th. Pre-1997 starters, cash in May 1st, which is a Friday. These checks keep millions of float from seniors to disabled workers relying on steady flow. SSI payments for low income elders and disabled hit the first of the month, too, shifting to the prior weekday if it's a weekend or holiday. Delays happen sometimes, so if your direct deposits missing, hit up your bank first, they might just be slow posting it.

1:00Still no luck? Dial Social Security, at 1-877-2-1213, or your local office for a replacement. Mark those dates, stay vigilant on your benefits, and keep that money moving smooth into next year.