October 2025 Social Security Payment Dates: Retirement, Survivor, and Family Benefits
Brett Hoppe
Published Sep 25, 2025
In October 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will continue its monthly payment schedule for retirement, survivor, and family benefits.
Millions of Americans depend on these checks to cover everyday expenses like housing, groceries, and healthcare, making it essential to know exactly when payments will arrive.
Don't miss:
- October 2025 Social Security Payments: Find Out When Your Check Arrives
- SSI October 2025 Payment Schedule: Double Checks This Month
- October SSDI Deposit Dates: Here’s the Full Schedule
October 2025 Payment Dates
Here’s the full schedule for retirement, survivor, and family benefits this October:
-
Friday, October 3 – Payments for those who began receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997.
-
Wednesday, October 8 – Payments for beneficiaries with birthdays between the 1st and 10th of any month.
-
Wednesday, October 15 – Payments for beneficiaries with birthdays between the 11th and 20th of any month.
-
Wednesday, October 22 – Payments for beneficiaries with birthdays between the 21st and 31st of any month.
More help for your family:
- SNAP Benefits October 2025: Payment Schedule and Maximum Claim Amounts by State
- VA Chapter 35 October 2025 Payment: When to Expect Your Deposit
Final Takeaway
If you receive retirement, survivor, or family benefits, check your payment group above to know when to expect your October 2025 deposit.
Not sure what financial aid is available to you? Get the details here.
You can also confirm details anytime by logging in to your My Social Security account.
-
Don't miss out on general benefits information!
Subscribe for the latest updates, expert advice, and valuable tips to help you maximize your benefits and financial well-being.
Stay informed—sign up now!
Related Articles
View all posts
$650 TANF Payment in October 2025: What to Know About This Month’s Schedule
The $650 TANF Payment in October 2025 has captured the attention of many U.S. households. With living costs climbing due to inflation and uncertainty from the ongoing government shutdown, familie...
OPM COLA 2026: What Federal Workers Need to Know About Next Year’s Pay Boost...
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has confirmed early details of the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), giving federal employees a clearer idea of what to expect next year. Accordi...
IRS Tax Relief 2025: Extended Deadlines for Farmers and Ranchers Affected by Drought...
Farmers and ranchers across the U.S. who were forced to sell livestock because of severe drought now have more breathing room when it comes to taxes. On September 22, 2025, the Internal...
TANF Payments for October: How to Check Your Exact Deposit Day...
When it comes to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), many families expect payments at the start of each month. But unlike Social Security, there is no single nationwide payday for TANF. Instead, ...
VA Chapter 35 October 2025 Payment: When to Expect Your Deposit...
For many students and families using VA Chapter 35 Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA), fall brings a familiar question: When will the October 2025 payment hit my account? With tuition due dates,...
Breaking Down VA Benefits Chapters: Your Complete Guide to GI Bill & More...
If you’re a veteran, service member, or dependent, the VA offers different education benefit chapters. Here’s the breakdown so you can see which one fits you: Chapter 30 &nd...
