If you get Supplemental Security Income, there's a special surprise for you! You’ll get your February payment early on Friday, January 31, 2025 because February 1 is a Saturday. 

Good News for SSI Recipients! 

SSI recipients will see their February payment on January 31. The amount you get depends on your eligibility. Here’s the maximum for 2025 

Who Gets the Early Payment? 

January 31: SSI recipient February 3: Beneficiaries who started before May 1997 February 12: Birthdays 1st - 10th

SSA’s February Payment Schedule 

Thanks to the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), Social Security benefits are increasing by 2.5%. Here’s how it looks for some groups: 

How Much Will Payments Go Up in 2025? 

If you plan to retire in 2025, here’s the most you could receive monthly based on your retirement age: 62 years: $2,831 65 years: $3,374 66 years: $3,795

Max Social Security Benefit by Retirement Age 

The payment is coming early because February 1 falls on a Saturday. This means the SSA is processing payments one day earlier, on January 31

Why is the Payment Early? 

Not exactly. While the maximum benefit is $967, the amount you get depends on your specific eligibility and situation. 

Will Everyone Get $970? 

Check your account or mailbox on January 31 for your February payment. With the COLA increase, your payment may be higher this year! For more details, see the full schedule.