Know Your SSI Payment Dates for February 2026
Alberta Waelchi Sr.
Published Feb 24, 2026
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits follow a set payment schedule each month.
For February 2026, some beneficiaries will receive their payments earlier than usual due to calendar adjustments.
Read: Double SSI Payments in 2026: Complete Schedule and Months Without Deposits
SSI and Special Payment Dates
Not all beneficiaries follow the Wednesday schedule:
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SSI recipients: February payments will be issued early on Friday, January 30, since February 1 falls on a Sunday
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Pre-1997 retirees and SSI + Social Security recipients: Payments will arrive on Tuesday, February 3
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March SSI payments will also be sent early on Friday, February 27
Social Security and SSI Payment Amounts in 2026
Payments reflect a 2.8% COLA increase to help offset inflation. Estimated monthly amounts include:
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Average retired worker: About $2,071
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Maximum benefit at age 70: Up to $5,181
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SSI maximum payments:
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$914 for individuals
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$1,371 for couples
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