Final December Social Security Payments to Be Issued on Christmas Eve

The Social Security Administration will distribute checks worth up to $4,873 on December 24, adjusted for the holiday schedule.

The last wave of December Social Security retirement payments will be sent on Tuesday, December 24, due to Christmas Day being a federal holiday.
Payments are distributed based on recipients' birth dates, with this round covering those born between the 21st and 31st of any month.
The maximum monthly benefit for those retiring at age 70 is $4,873, while those retiring at 62 receive up to $2,710.
The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025, increasing future benefits to address inflation.
Experts warn of long-term funding challenges for Social Security, with the program projected to be fully funded only until 2034 without legislative action.