Core Insights - The Social Security Administration distributes benefits to over 74 million individuals each month, with payment schedules primarily based on beneficiaries' birth dates [1][5]. Payment Schedule - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for February will be issued on January 30, while benefits for those who began receiving payments before May 1997 will be paid on February 3 [6]. - Benefits will be distributed on the following dates in February: - February 11 for those born between the 1st and 10th - February 18 for those born between the 11th and 20th - February 25 for those born between the 21st and 31st [6]. - SSI payments for March will be issued on February 27 [3][6]. Importance of Payment Timing - Knowing the payment schedule is crucial for Social Security beneficiaries, as they rely on fixed incomes to manage their budgets and financial obligations [2].