Thu Feb 27 14:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Double Social Security Payment Boost for Millions This Week

**Glasgow, Scotland** – Millions of Americans will receive two rounds of Social Security payments this week, providing crucial financial relief to many recipients, according to Newsweek reporter Aliss Higham.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) will issue payments on Wednesday, February 26th, to those whose birthdays fall between the 21st and 31st of the month. This disbursement covers retirement, survivor, and disability benefits. A second round of payments for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), supporting the elderly, blind, and disabled, will follow on Friday, February 28th. This early payment is due to the regular 1st of the month falling on a weekend. The SSA clarified that this is not a duplicate payment.

While maximum monthly retirement benefit amounts vary depending on the recipient’s age at claim (ranging from $2,831 at age 62 to $5,108 at age 70, with $4,018 at full retirement age of 67), the actual amount received is based on individual earning history. The average retirement payment in January 2025 was $1,976. For SSI, the maximum monthly benefit is $967 for individuals and $1,450 for couples, although individual payments may be lower.

The next round of Social Security and disability payments will be issued in March.

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