When will SSI be paid for January and why is it early?

SSI is paid on Tuesday, December 31, because January 1 is a federal holiday. This is a timing change only, not an extra payment. Banks may show pending deposits early. Funds should be available on the next business day under your bank’s posting rules.

What are the Social Security January pay dates for retirement and disability?

For those who started after May 1997, pay dates follow your birth day: second Wednesday (January 14), third Wednesday (January 21), or fourth Wednesday (January 28). People paid on the 3rd of the month receive funds Friday, January 2, since the 3rd falls on a weekend.

How do 2026 earnings-test changes affect my benefits?

In 2026, higher earnings-test limits mean more wages can be earned before benefits are withheld. If you claim before full retirement age and work, this can reduce or prevent temporary withholdings. Once you reach full retirement age, the test ends and your monthly benefit is adjusted.

Who should I contact if my deposit is late or missing?

First, check your bank’s posting schedule and pending deposits. If nothing appears by the end of the business day after the scheduled date, call your bank. Then contact the social security office or SSA at 1‑800‑772‑1213 to report a missing or delayed payment.

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Social Security Office: Jan Payouts and 2026 Changes – December 30

ByHuzaifa Zahoor December 30, 2025December 30, 2025

Searches for social security office are spiking as January payments approach. Here is the Social Security schedule: SSI lands on December 31 due to the January 1 holiday, and most SSA benefits arrive on January 14, 21, and 28. These dates shape early‑month cash flow for millions. We explain who gets paid when, what the 2026 changes mean, and how to plan your budget so you avoid surprises in the first week of the new year.