Millions of Americans rely on Social Security payments to cover essential expenses, and March 2025 is no exception. With a well-organized staggered payment schedule, the Social Security Administration (SSA) ensures beneficiaries receive their funds on time.
The next round of payments is set for Wednesday, March 12, and if your birthday falls between specific dates, you could be getting your deposit soon!
Who Will Receive Their Social Security Payment on March 12?
The SSA distributes payments across three different Wednesdays each month, depending on the beneficiary’s birth date. Those born between the 1st and 10th of any month will receive their payment on March 12.
The next group, with birth dates between the 11th and 20th, will receive theirs on March 19, while those born between the 21st and 31st can expect their payment on March 26.
This structured approach prevents delays and ensures the system runs efficiently. If your birthday falls between March 1 and 10, check your bank account on March 12—your Social Security payment should be arriving!
Who Already Got Their Social Security Check This Month?
Not everyone follows the staggered schedule. Some groups receive their benefits earlier. Retirees and other beneficiaries who started receiving Social Security before May 1997 were paid on March 3.
Meanwhile, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients received their payments on February 28, since March 1 fell on a Saturday. If you belong to one of these groups, your March payment has already been deposited.
How Much Are Social Security Payments in 2025?
The amount of Social Security benefits varies based on the type of payment a person qualifies for. In 2025, the average payment for retired workers is $1,978, with a maximum possible benefit of $5,108.
Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries receive an average of $1,580 per month, while survivor benefits recipients collect an average of $1,546. Those on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) receive an average monthly payment of $714.
If you’re waiting for your Social Security payment, make sure you know your payment date based on your birth date. The SSA ensures timely deposits, but if you don’t receive your funds as expected, check your bank account or contact the Social Security Administration for assistance.
