Overview
- The first April Social Security payments will be issued on April 1 for SSI recipients, with retirement benefits for pre-May 1997 recipients following on April 3.
- Maximum monthly benefits for 2025 are $5,108 for retirees at age 70 and $967 for SSI recipients, reflecting a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
- Additional April payment dates are scheduled for April 9, 16, and 23, based on recipients' birth dates.
- The Social Security Administration is implementing workforce reductions, department closures, and will restrict over-the-phone identity verification starting mid-April 2025.
- Social Security remains a critical support system for 70 million Americans, including retirees, individuals with disabilities, and survivors.