Social Security payments will follow a normal schedule in April for Michigan recipients. The first payment is slated for Wednesday, April 8.
Payments are always scheduled on Wednesdays, landing on April 8, 15 and 22, according to the Social Security Administration. The schedule is based on the birth dates of the recipients — retired, disabled workers or survivors.
In addition, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments — a program for those with limited or no income or resources — will roll out on the first business day of the month, per usual, which falls on Wednesday, April 1.
Here’s more on Social Security in 2026, including the full payment schedule:
When will I get my Social Security payments in April 2026?
Social Security benefits are sent out based on the recipients’ birth dates. Here is the SSA’s schedule for April:
Wednesday, April 8: Birth dates between the first and 10th of April.
Wednesday, April 15: Birth dates between the 11th and 20th of April.
Wednesday, April 22: Birth dates between the 21st and 31st of April.
What should I do if I don’t get my Social Security payment?
According to the SSA, if you don’t receive your payment on the scheduled date, wait three days additional days, then call their office.
Where are the Social Security offices in Michigan?
There are 48 offices in Michigan, and to find an office near you, recipients may use the office locator via the Social Security’s website by entering your zip code for office hours, numbers, available services and more.
What are the big Social Security changes in 2026?
To keep up with inflation in 2026, there was a 2.8% Cost of Living Adjustment increase (COLA) to Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, according to Social Security’s COLA Fact Sheet and American Association of Retired Persons. This means the average retirement payment increased to roughly $56 per month since January 2026.
Here are more details on the COLA increase, per the SSA:
The maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax will increase to $184,500.
The earnings limit for workers who are younger than full retirement age (67 years old) will increase to $24,480. (There will be a $1 deduction for each $2 earned over $24,480.)
The earnings limit for people reaching their full retirement age in 2026 will increase to $65,160. (There will be a $1 deduction for each $3 earned over $65,160, until the month the worker turns full retirement age.)
There is no limit on earnings for workers who are at full retirement age or older for the entire year.
How can I replace my Social Security card?
Graphic listing the steps on how to create a “my Social Security” account and the requirements.
The personal account, “my Social Security” allows recipients to manage their personal records, including a request for a replacement Social Security card and benefit statements for taxes and more. New accounts are created using ID.me or Login.gov as a multifactor authentication.
What about my Supplemental Security Income payments? Full 2026 schedule
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This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: Will I get my Social Security money this week? See April schedule
