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Benefit amounts varied widely, with a select few eligible for a maximum benefit of $4,500 in June.
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In 2023, an 8.7 percent increase in COLA increases average retiree payments to approximately $1,827.
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The maximum benefit for a person who retires at full retirement age at age 67 is $3,627 per month.
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Recipients who are 70 or older may be eligible for monthly payments of up to $4,555 until they retire.
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SSA sends SSI benefits on the first day of each month, except in months where the first day of the month falls on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday.
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If the first Social Security payment falls on a weekend or holiday, the check is sent on the first Friday. SSI beneficiaries will receive the first payment of the month on Thursday.
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On June 30, the SSA will send July payments to recipients to avoid any delays. Therefore, SSI beneficiaries will receive two payments in June but none in July.
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