Aaround eight million people across the United States could be set to receive additional benefits in December as 33 states issue their final enhanced payments for SSI recipients.
Those receiving Supplemental Security Income could see their income increase by $120, which could result in a check for $841 in December.
The increase in payment is due to the rising cost of living, which is likely to tighten further as colder weather sets in and Christmas spending kicks in.
When are SSI payments sent?
Typically, SSI benefits are paid on the first of each month, but if the payment dates fall on a federal holiday or weekend, you can expect to receive that month’s payment on the day of the week that occurs. immediately precedes.
Generally speaking, for most recipients, SSI isn’t enough to pay for all the necessities, but it’s a very welcome boost to the pot.
The average claimant is receiving $621 a month in benefits this year, while the cost of living adjustment (COLA) has risen to 5.9% this year.
The maximum payment per individual is $841 per month. Everyone is allowed to claim SSI, but not everyone can receive the same amount. It depends on your personal situation.
People get more if they live in a state that tops up the amount the federal government has allocated for SSI.
Amounts vary by state, however, New York offers an additional $87 per month for individuals or $104 for couples. Meanwhile, Alabama couples can get a $120 boost.
Which states pay and administer their own additional payments in addition to the federal monthly SSI payment?
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Caroline from the south
- South Dakota
- Texas
- Utah
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming