Disability benefits provide essential financial support for individuals with qualifying disabilities. As we move through November 2024, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has two remaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments scheduled. Meanwhile, there’s a pleasant surprise for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients—a second payday this month on Black Friday, November 29, 2024.
Here’s what you need to know about these payments, including eligibility, schedules, and the potential maximum benefit amounts.
SSI Black Friday Payment
SSI recipients, who typically receive their monthly payments on the 1st of each month, are getting their December payment early this year. Because December 1 falls on a Sunday, the SSA has rescheduled the SSI payments to Friday, November 29, 2024, ensuring no delays.
This means SSI beneficiaries who received their usual payment in early November will see a second deposit this month.
SSDI Payments
For SSDI recipients, payments depend on birthdates and eligibility criteria. Here’s the payment schedule for November:
| Payment Date | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| November 20, 2024 | Birth dates between the 11th and 20th. |
| November 27, 2024 | Birth dates between the 21st and 31st. |
| December 3, 2024 | Recipients with benefits before May 1997 or those receiving SSI on December 1. |
If you’ve already received your SSDI payment earlier this month (on November 1 or 13), your next payment will arrive in December.
How Much Can SSDI Pay?
The maximum SSDI benefit for 2024 is $3,822, but this amount is reserved for individuals who meet specific criteria:
- Worked for 35 years earning the taxable maximum amount.
- Held jobs covered by SSA.
- Filed for benefits at the full retirement age set by SSA.
Average SSDI Payment
Most recipients, however, receive far less than the maximum. The average SSDI payment is approximately $1,542. If your SSDI payment is insufficient to cover your needs, consider applying for SSI. Eligible individuals can receive both SSDI and SSI benefits.
Planning Ahead
If you’re an SSDI recipient and your birthdate falls later in the month, your payment is still on the way. Refer to the table above to check your payment date. For SSI recipients, keep in mind that the November 29 payment is for December, so there won’t be another deposit until January 2025.
FAQs
Why is there an SSI payment on November 29?
The December 1 payment is issued early due to a Sunday holiday.
Who gets SSDI on November 20?
Recipients born between the 11th and 20th of any month.
What is the maximum SSDI benefit for 2024?
The maximum benefit is $3,822 per month.
Can you get both SSDI and SSI?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility requirements for both programs.
What is the average SSDI payment?
The average SSDI payment is approximately $1,542 per month.
