October Social Security Update: $4,873 Payments Scheduled to Be Disbursed Shortly
According to The Sun, The first round of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments for October is set to be distributed in just a few hours. The timing of your payment depends on various factors, but for many, the first round is right around the corner.
SSDI is a program managed by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides monthly benefits to individuals whose disabilities prevent or significantly limit their ability to work. Depending on individual circumstances, others may also qualify for SSDI benefits.
In October, some recipients are expected to receive payments as high as $4,873.
October SSDI Payment Schedule
For recipients who have been receiving SSDI since May 1997 or earlier, payments are usually deposited on the third day of each month. However, if the third falls on a weekend or holiday, payments may be issued earlier. For example, in March of this year, payments were made two days ahead of schedule.
If you began receiving SSDI after May 1997, your payment date is determined by your birthdate. These payments are distributed on the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month, based on when your birthday falls.
Here’s the payment schedule for October:
- Recipients who have been receiving SSDI since before May 1997: Payment will be made on October 3.
- If your birthday falls between the 1st and 10th of the month: Payment is due on October 9.
- If your birthday is between the 11th and 20th: Payment will be issued on October 16.
- For birthdays between the 21st and 31st: Payment is scheduled for October 23.
What to Do If You Haven’t Received Your Payment
If your payment from last month is missing, follow these steps to address the issue:
- Check the Payment Date: Ensure that your payment is actually late. Sometimes, payments may be delayed by a day or two.
- Wait a Little Longer: Delays can happen, so it’s worth waiting a bit to see if the payment arrives.
- Contact the SSA: If the payment is still missing after a reasonable time, reach out to the Social Security Administration for assistance. You can contact them through their helpline or by visiting a local office.
Upcoming Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Increase
Each year, the SSA adjusts benefits based on inflation data from the third quarter, determined by the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the final inflation data for September on October 10, after which the SSA will announce the 2025 COLA.
For 2025, retirees and SSDI recipients can expect a COLA increase of around 2.5%. While lower than recent years, this adjustment still exceeds the 20-year average of 2%. The final COLA figure will depend on September’s inflation data, with a possible range between 2.1% and 2.4% year-over-year growth.
Though the anticipated increase may seem modest, it reflects the cooling of inflation after a period of higher rates. Retirees and SSDI recipients looking to boost their benefits have limited options, but some may choose to delay benefit claims to increase future payments. Others may look to cut expenses or relocate to more affordable areas to better manage their finances.
