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Social Security Payments Paused, Resuming May 14

5/11/2025

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) pauses payments this week as per its schedule.
Payments will resume next week, starting May 14 for beneficiaries born from the 1st to the 10th.
Average monthly benefits are $1,999.97 for retirees and $1,581.88 for disabled workers.
Benefits include a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025.

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Story summary

The Social Security Administration (SSA) pauses payments this week as per its schedule.
Payments will resume next week, starting May 14 for beneficiaries born from the 1st to the 10th.
Average monthly benefits are $1,999.97 for retirees and $1,581.88 for disabled workers.
Benefits include a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025.