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Social Security payments for December 2024 will be staggered due to the federal government’s budget management system. Those born between the 1st and 10th of a month will receive their payment on Wednesday, December 11, while those born between the 11th-20th and 21st-31st will have to wait until December 18 and December 24 respectively. This will affect around 67 million Americans who claim Social Security, with an average monthly benefit of $1920. The total annual budget for Social Security is over one trillion dollars. The majority of claimants are retired, with an additional 17 million receiving benefits for disability or as survivors of a deceased partner. Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be paid on December 31. SSI is a part of Social Security and provides benefits to those with limited income and resources who are blind, 65+, or have a qualifying disability. As of 2022, around 7.5 million people claimed SSI, with the majority being disabled or blind. Those eligible for Social Security before 1997 or receiving both SSI and Social Security were due to be paid on December 1 and December 3. If this has not occurred, contact the Social Security Administration immediately. This staggered payment system allows the SSA to manage their budget more effectively, but it may cause inconvenience for some recipients. It is important to plan accordingly and contact the SSA if there are any issues with receiving payments.