Social Security Benefits for October 2024: Critical Payment Dates and Adjustments
Social Security Payments in October 2024
Social Security payments are a lifeline for many, offering crucial assistance to retirees, disabled individuals, and survivors. Below are essential payment dates that beneficiaries should note this October 2024:
- October 1: SSI payments are distributed.
- October 3: Payments for individuals claiming since before May 1997.
- October 9: Payments for birthdays from the 1st to the 10th.
- October 16: Payments for birthdays from the 11th to the 20th.
- October 23: Payments for birthdays from the 21st to the 31st.
Additionally, anticipate the announcement on the beneficial Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) on October 10, which affects all SSA-administered programs. This adjustment is based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for the third quarter of the year.
For ongoing updates on Social Security and its impact on financial stability and retirement plans, consult trusted sources.
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