In August 2025, recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will notice an unusual financial benefit — two payments in a single month. This peculiarity in the Social Security Administration’s payment calendar could offer temporary financial relief for millions of low-income individuals and families across the United States.
Why Are There Two SSI Payments in August 2025?
The reason behind this double deposit lies in how the calendar aligns with federal holidays. SSI payments are usually made on the first day of each month. However, when the first falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment is issued on the preceding business day.
In this case, September 1, 2025, lands on Labor Day, a federal holiday. Since government offices and banks are closed during holidays and weekends, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has scheduled the September SSI payment to be sent early — on Friday, August 29. That means SSI recipients will receive both their regular August 1 payment and their September payment on August 29, all within the same calendar month.
How Much Will the SSI Check Be in August?
The amount each beneficiary receives depends on their individual circumstances, including marital status and whether their state provides supplemental payments.
A single eligible individual can receive up to $943 per month in federal SSI benefits. Couples in which both partners qualify for SSI may receive up to $1,415 per month. Additionally, many states provide supplemental payments that can increase the total benefit amount. For example, some recipients could receive up to $967 or more, depending on state-specific eligibility and support programs.
Social Security and SSI Payment Schedule for August 2025
Here’s how the payment timeline looks for August 2025:
August 1: Regular SSI payment for the month of August
August 2–3: Weekend — no payments issued
August 7: Social Security check for those who began receiving benefits before May 1997
August 13, 20, or 27: Social Security payments based on birthdate (13th for birthdays on the 1st–10th, 20th for 11th–20th, and 27th for 21st–31st)
August 29: September SSI payment issued early due to the Labor Day holiday
Who Gets Paid First?
Those receiving both SSI and Social Security benefits will see their SSI deposit first on August 1, followed by their Social Security payment depending on their eligibility and birth date. The early September SSI deposit will then arrive on August 29.
This unique payment situation does not result in any extra money beyond regular monthly benefits, but it may help recipients better manage their finances ahead of the holiday weekend and the start of a new month.
