The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the first round of SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) payments for December 2024. These payments are set for Wednesdays, and eligibility is based on birthdates. Understanding the schedule and requirements can help SSDI recipients manage their finances effectively.
SSDI Payment Schedule for December 2024
SSDI Payment on December 11
The first SSDI payment for December 2024 will be made on Wednesday, December 11. To qualify, you must have been born between the 1st and 10th of any month.
- Example Dates: 1st to 10th
- Amount: Around $1,542 (average)
- Keywords: SSDI Payment, December 11, Social Security
SSDI Payment on December 18
Recipients born between the 11th and 20th will receive their SSDI benefits on Wednesday, December 18.
- Example Dates: 11th to 20th
- Amount: Similar to December 11
- Keywords: SSDI Payment, December 18, Social Security
SSDI Payment Details and Amounts
SSDI Maximum and Average Payments on December 11
The amount you receive depends on your work history and payroll taxes paid. The average SSDI payment for December is approximately $1,542. High earners may receive up to $3,822, but this is rare and depends on earnings for the past 35 years.
- Maximum Payment: $3,822
- Average Payment: $1,542
- Keywords: SSDI Maximum, SSDI Average, Social Security
SSDI Payments and COLA for December 2024
December payments will not include the 2025 COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment). Recipients must wait for January 2025 to receive the updated payment with the new COLA.
FAQ’s
Who qualifies for SSDI payments on December 11?
Who qualifies for SSDI payments on December 11?
Why is there no SSDI payment on December 25?
The fourth Wednesday of December coincides with Christmas, a federal holiday, making payment on that day unavailable.
When will SSDI recipients see their 2025 COLA increase?
The updated SSDI payments with the 2025 COLA will begin on January 3, 8, 15, or 22.