The Social Security Administration (SSA) confirmed the 2025 payment amounts for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) at $967 monthly for individuals and $1,450 for couples. These are amounts that reflect a 2.5% increase announced in late 2024. Official documents show no changes for specific months, including May 2025, but there are changes regarding the dates, due to a particularity of the payment methods used by the SSA.
Payment schedules align with federal guidelines, with May 1, 2025, confirmed as the standard disbursement date. June’s payment will occur on May 30 due to the first falling on a weekend. This adjustment follows SSA’s protocol for non-business days, ensuring beneficiaries receive funds without delay.
Payment calendar adjustments for June 2025: a “surprise” in May
The May 30 payment serves as June’s allocation, not an extra disbursement. Beneficiaries receive two deposits in May but no additional funds for June. So, at the end of the year, you will receive a total of 12 payments that may add up to $11,604, if you’re a single individual and you receive the maximum benefit.
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides important and life-saving monthly financial assistance to low-income individuals in the United States who meet specific eligibility criteria. To qualify, applicants must have limited income and resources while also falling into one of the following categories:
- Aged 65 or older
- Legally blind
- Living with a severe disability that prevents substantial work
Unlike traditional Social Security benefits (such as retirement or SSDI), SSI does not require prior work history or payroll tax contributions. Instead, it is funded through general federal revenues, making it accessible to those who may not qualify for other Social Security programs.
To receive SSI benefits, applicants must meet strict financial and legal conditions:
- Limited income and assets – Both monthly earnings and countable resources (like bank savings) must fall below federal thresholds.
- U.S. citizenship or qualified non-citizen status – Certain lawful residents may qualify under specific immigration rules.
- Residency within the U.S. or its territories – Applicants must live in the country and not be absent for more than 30 consecutive days.
Each case undergoes thorough review by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm eligibility.
How to Apply for SSI
Applicants can submit their SSI claims through multiple channels:
- Online (where available)
- By phone – Call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213
- In person – Visit a local Social Security office
The SSA evaluates financial records, medical documentation, and living arrangements before approving benefits. Processing times vary, but approved applicants receive back pay from the date of application. This benefit could be combined with the regular Social Security retirement, or the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), when the recipient fulfil requirements for both programs and make them compatible with their personal situation.