The Social Security Administration sends checks each month for various programs to millions of Americans. In April, some could see $2,553.
New months mean new payments, and April has just begun.
Every year programs like SSI, and SSDI see a potential boost to help keep up with inflation.
Which states have the best Social Security disability benefits?
This year, the COLA increase was 5.9%.
This makes the average monthly payment for individuals $1,657.
The average monthly payment for couples collecting benefits is as much as $2,753.
SSI: Can my benefits be taken to pay back child support?
Who is eligible for Social Security checks worth up to $2,753?
Those who receive payments from the SSA must be enrolled in some sort of program through the agency.
Usually these are individuals over the age of 62 or disabled.
SSI: Children can see benefits worth up to $3,796 per month, but how?
The days you’re paid depend on your birthday and program.
For Social Security, payments are sent on the second, third, and fourth Wednesday of each month.
SSI payments go out on the first of each month.
FingerLakes1.com is the region’s leading all-digital news publication. The company was founded in 1998 and has been keeping residents informed for more than two decades. Have a lead? Send it to [email protected]