Summary
Social Security payments in February 2026 will follow a set schedule, with most payments based on the recipient's birthdate. The Social Security Administration provides payments throughout the month to ensure recipients receive their money on time.
Key Facts
- Over 70 million people in the U.S. receive Social Security payments monthly.
- Payments are distributed across the month, primarily based on the recipient's birthdate.
- SSI payments for February 2026 will come one day early, on January 30.
- SSI payments for March 2026 will be issued on February 27, 2026.
- Social Security recipients are advised to wait up to three business days if payments do not arrive on time.
- Social Security amounts vary based on work history, claiming age, and other factors.
- The average monthly benefit for retired workers as of December 2025 was $2,071.30.
