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Sarah Li Cain

Social Security December 2025: When Your Check Will Arrive

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If you’re one of the 69 million Americans who receive Social Security checks from the Social Security Administration (SSA), December could bring some confusion because of holiday scheduling rules. It could mean that your check comes earlier or later or even two deposits this month. The good news is that the SSA publishes its payment calculator in advance, so you can plan ahead and know exactly when you’ll get your funds.

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