Only 4 Social Security Payments In June? Here’s The Real Reason Behind The Schedule Shake-Up
Social Security beneficiaries may be wondering why only four payments are scheduled for June 2025, especially after seeing five or even six payments in previous months like May.
While it may raise concerns initially, there’s no reason to worry. In fact, the schedule change benefits many recipients, especially those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Let’s break down why the Social Security Administration (SSA) scheduled just four payments in June, who will get paid when, and what it means for those relying on Social Security and SSI.
Why Only Four Payments in June?
The answer lies in a technicality involving the calendar and the SSI payment rules.
- SSI benefits are usually paid on the 1st of each month.
- However, when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment is issued on the last business day of the previous month.
Since June 1, 2025, is a Sunday, SSI benefits scheduled for that date were instead paid on Friday, May 30, 2025.
This early payment effectively removes one of the usual paydays from the June calendar, bringing the total down to four payments.
SSI and Social Security Recipients: What to Expect
If you receive both SSI and Social Security (retirement or SSDI), you may notice your payments are staggered between May 30 and June 3.
- SSI Payment: Deposited on May 30, 2025
- Social Security (SSDI or retirement): Paid on June 3, 2025, if you also receive SSI or started receiving Social Security before May 1997
Full Social Security Payment Schedule for June 2025
Here is the updated Social Security payment schedule for June 2025:
| Payment Date | Who Will Receive It |
|---|---|
| May 30, 2025 | SSI recipients (June’s payment issued early due to June 1 being a Sunday) |
| June 3, 2025 | Social Security beneficiaries who also get SSI or started receiving benefits pre-May 1997 |
| June 11, 2025 | Birthdate falls on the 1st–10th of the month |
| June 18, 2025 | Birthdate falls on the 11th–20th of the month |
| June 25, 2025 | Birthdate falls on the 21st–31st of the month |
This pattern follows the standard Wednesday payment structure that the SSA uses for retirees and SSDI recipients who began receiving benefits after May 1997.
Key Highlights
- The fewer number of June payments is due to the early SSI disbursement.
- All payments will be made on time—there are no delays or cancellations.
- If you receive both SSI and SSDI or retirement, you’ll receive two payments within the span of 5 days: May 30 and June 3.
Is This Unusual?
Not really. This scheduling change happens whenever the 1st of a month lands on a weekend or public holiday. The SSA ensures beneficiaries are not left waiting by issuing payments early.
The month of May 2025 had six payments, including an advance June SSI deposit. In contrast, June has fewer disbursements due to this shift.
What Should You Do?
- Check your bank account on May 30, 2025, if you’re expecting an SSI deposit.
- Be aware that your July SSI payment will come on July 1 as scheduled—not early.
- Make a budget plan considering the early payment in May so you’re not caught off guard in June.
The Social Security Administration’s decision to issue only four payments in June 2025 may seem like a cutback at first glance—but it’s actually business as usual. The shift is due to SSI payments being disbursed early to accommodate a Sunday date.
So, if you’re a retiree, SSDI recipient, or SSI beneficiary, rest assured: no payments are missed or delayed. In fact, some will receive their funds even earlier, giving them more flexibility heading into June.
Keep an eye on your payment dates, review your bank statements, and plan ahead to make the most of your benefits this month.
FAQs
Why are there only four Social Security payments in June 2025?
Because June 1 falls on a Sunday, the SSI payment was issued early on May 30, reducing the total number of June payments from five to four.
Will I still receive my full benefits in June?
Yes, all scheduled benefits will be paid in full. SSI recipients just receive their June payment early—on May 30 instead of June 1.
Does this affect July 2025 payments too?
No. July payments return to the regular schedule, with SSI deposited on July 1, and Social Security payments following the typical Wednesday pattern.