Looking at the schedule of Social Security Disability payments in the United States, we can see that we will soon be able to get the new retirement payment in January 2025. This first payment sent by the Administration will bring with it an increase in benefits, since the Cost of Living will be permanently included.
This means that from this check we will be able to know how much we will get for Disability in the new year 2025. Thus, the COLA will take effect immediately on this first payment, but it is true that not all Americans will be able to get this first payment of the year, since it is only for those who are eligible.
Disability Payment with the 2025 Cost of Living added on
This first payment for the entire year 2025 with respect to the Social Security Disability schedule will have the Cost of Living added on, as is customary in these cases. Thus, the payment of this benefit may reach never-before-seen figures. The 2024 maximum checks are now behind us and as of January we will be able to have this new benefit.
Thus, this check will leave the offices of the Social Security Administration on January 3rd, 2025. It is the first of the payments for the whole year, so citizens who have an accepted accepted Disability benefit and belong to the first group will be able to get the check.
There are two requirements to get this benefit on the same day it is sent: have a check from before May 1997 and activate Direct Deposit. The second of these requirements is not mandatory in order to receive a check, but it is recommended if you want to receive payment on the same day of mailing.
This day’s check will reach $4,018, as this is the new maximum amount in 2025 for Disability beneficiaries. Each category has a new maximum check and with this table we can get an idea:
| Type of Benefit | Maximum Payment (2025) |
|---|---|
| Full Retirement Benefits | $4,018 |
| Disability Benefits | $4,018 |
| Delayed Retirement Benefits | $5,180 |
That yes, remember that we are talking about the maximum check, so not all Americans can get the same amount. Everything will depend on the check we have gotten so far. Whether you have a Disability payment or any other type of payment you will get a raise in 2025 thanks to the COLA.