Social Security payments are delayed due to the month’s unusual calendar, with the second Wednesday falling on the 14th.

The SSA issues traditional retirement and disability benefits on Wednesdays, based on the recipient’s birth date. In May 2025, the second Wednesday falls on May 14, which delays the first round of payments to mid-month. Here’s the full schedule for May:

Social Security beneficiaries are experiencing a perceived delay in payments due to the unique structure of the payment calendar.