The Social Security Administration has confirmed that no RSDI payments will be issued this week, but millions of beneficiaries can expect their deposits to begin again on May 14, 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about this month’s Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (RSDI) payment schedule—and how much you may receive.
Why there’s a gap in payments this week
RSDI benefits are typically issued on the second, third, and fourth Wednesdays of each month, based on the recipient’s birthday. Because the second Wednesday falls on May 14, there is a full week between the May 2nd payments and the next round of deposits.
This scheduling quirk is common in months when the first Wednesday lands late, like in May 2025.
Who received their payment on May 2?
The May 2 payment was only for two groups:
- Beneficiaries who began receiving Social Security before May 1997
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who also qualify for RSDI
If you are not in one of these categories, your benefit is likely scheduled later in the month based on your date of birth.
May 2025 RSDI payment schedule
For all other RSDI recipients, payment dates are determined by birthdate and fall on one of the following three Wednesdays:
- May 14 – Birthdays on the 1st through 10th
- May 21 – Birthdays on the 11th through 20th
- May 28 – Birthdays on the 21st through 31st
Payments are typically made by direct deposit and may take 1–3 business days to appear in your bank account, depending on your financial institution.
Average RSDI payment amounts in 2025
The average RSDI payment across all beneficiaries is $1,855.57 as of the latest data from the Social Security Administration. However, actual amounts vary significantly depending on work history, tax contributions, and type of benefit.
Here’s how current averages break down:
| Benefit Type | Average Monthly Payment |
|---|---|
| Retired workers | $1,999.97 |
| All retirement benefits | $1,948.17 |
| Survivor benefits | $1,565.52 |
| Workers with a disability | $1,581.88 |
| All Old-Age and Survivors Insurance | $1,911.61 |
These figures reflect nationwide averages. Your individual payment may be higher or lower depending on your earnings record and filing age.
Can low RSDI payments be increased?
If your monthly RSDI benefit is significantly below average, you may qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to boost your total benefit amount. SSI provides additional federal assistance to low-income older people and those with disabilities.
Eligibility is based on income and asset limits. Many people who receive both SSI and RSDI benefits see their total monthly payments increase by several hundred dollars.
What’s next?
- No additional RSDI payments are scheduled this week.
- The next deposit will arrive Wednesday, May 14 for those born from the 1st to 10th.
- If you haven’t received your deposit by the Friday following your payment date, contact your bank or the Social Security Administration.
For real-time updates, visit the SSA payment calendar.
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