May’s second Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in 26 days. SSI payments are given to people living with debilitating disabilities that affect their income,

Here’s when you can expect to receive your Social Security check in May: It’s important to note that if you started receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997, your payment will arrive on the 3rd of each month—therefore, you’ll receive your May payment on May 3, 2025.

Social Security payments for May will soon be distributed to approximately 69 million Americans, including retirees and those with qualifying disabilities. See the schedule.