April 15 Social Security payout: who qualifies and how much

The Social Security Administration will issue April 2026 benefits on Wednesday, April 15 to recipients born on the 11th–20th of any month; those born 1st–10th are paid on April 8 and those born 21st–31st on April 22. Average monthly benefits are about $2,079.49 for retired workers, $1,634.51 for disabled workers, and $1,624.37 for survivors. Some long-term beneficiaries are paid on the 3rd, and people who receive both Social Security and SSI are paid the Social Security amount on the 3rd and SSI on the 1st. Benefits can be received via direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or the SSA’s online tool; changes to bank details can be made online or at SSA offices.