The first round of May’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to retirees in 13 days. Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month,

Social Security's May payment schedule is normal for most recipients. But Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries will get two checks this month.

Find out when your Social Security check will arrive in May 2025. We have payment dates by birthday group and what you can expect.