Millions of Americans who depend on Social Security will get their monthly payment this week.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) distributes benefits to more than 70 million people, including retirees, disabled workers and the families of deceased wage earners. The agency staggers payments across the month to manage the large volume of recipients.

On Wednesday, August 20, individuals who receive retirement, spousal, or survivor benefits and whose birthdays fall between the 11th and 20th of any month will get their monthly checks.

How Much is Social Security?

As of May 2025, the average monthly Social Security benefit was recorded as $2,002.39.

"The average Social Security benefit amount changes monthly," an SSA spokesperson told Newsweek . "Social Security benefits are based o

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