2026 Social Security payments will hit bank accounts this week — and they may be bigger

Here's when you can expect your first payment of the new year. Plus, everything you should know about 2026 changes.
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Who qualifies for 2 SSI checks? Why some Social Security recipients get 2 payments in December

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. SSI recipients will also get two checks this month. Here's what to ...

Here’s the Typical Social Security Benefit at Ages 62, 67, and 70

See the typical Social Security benefit at ages 62, 67, and 70, how the amounts compare, and what claiming at each age ...