If you receive Supplemental Security Income from the Social Security Administration, you can expect two payments this month — and none in August.
Because of how the 2026 calendar and Social Security payments overlap, SSI recipients
will see two payments in July. The same thing will happen in October, with no payments in November, and December (payments on the first and last of the month and none in January 2027).Here's what to know about upcoming Social Security and SSI payment dates.
Why is Social Security Income sending out two payments in July 2026?
Recipients will receive two SSI payments in July, but the second payment isn't extra money — it's August's benefit arriving early.
That's because the August SSI payment is being sent early on July 31 since Aug. 1 falls on a Saturday. The early payment means SSI recipients
won't get another check until Sept. 1.
The multiple payments are due to a calendar quirk, which means the normal August SSI payment is moved backward into July because Aug. 1 falls on a Saturday, and SSI can't be paid on weekends. SSI payments typically arrive on the first of each month unless it's a federal holiday or a weekend.
There's a similar quirk in the autumn, with Nov. 1 falling on a Sunday. That month's payment will be issued early on Oct. 30.
What's the difference between SSI and regular Social Security benefits?
Though both programs are run by the Social Security Administration, they serve different purposes. Social Security benefits are earned through work, while SSI helps people with limited income and resources.
Will there be an SSI payment in August?
No. The Aug. 1 benefit is being sent early on July 31 because Aug. 1 falls on a Saturday.
When does Social Security send payments?
Most Social Security recipients receive benefits on Wednesdays, with payment dates determined by their birth date.
- Birth dates between the 1st and 10th: Second Wednesday of the month
- Birth dates between the 11th and 20th: Third Wednesday of the month
- Birth dates after the 20th: Fourth Wednesday of the month
Those who began receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997 generally receive payments on the third day of the month, unless it falls on a weekend or holiday.
Recipients who receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income typically receive their Social Security payment on the third day of the month and their SSI benefit on the first day of the month.
2026 Social Security payment schedule
Remaining SSI payment dates for 2026
Supplemental Security Income payments are usually issued on the first business day of the month. The remaining payment dates for 2026 are:
- Friday, July 31, 2026 (Check for August 2026)
- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026 (Check for September 2026)
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 (Check for October 2026)
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 (Check for November 2026)
- Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026 (Check for December 2026)
- Friday, Dec. 31, 2026 (Check for January 2027)
How many people in Pittsburgh receive Social Security benefits?
In Allegheny County, 28,607 people claimed Social Security benefits as of December 2024, including 2,076 retirees and 26,531 disabled residents, according to data from the Social Security Administration.
Across the state, a total of 326,614 residents claimed Social Security benefits as of December 2024, including 27,914 retirees and 298,700 disabled residents.
Does Pennsylvania tax social security benefits?
Pennsylvania does not tax social security and unemployment benefits, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, though residents may still owe federal taxes on these benefits.
USA TODAY’s Mike Snider contributed to this report.
Finch Walker is the Pittsburgh Connect Reporter for the USA TODAY Network.Contact Walker at FWalker@usatodayco.com. Instagram: @finchwalker_. X: @_finchwalker.
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